Learning by Design: Hands-On Learning.

Harvey, Barbara Z.; Sirna, Richard T.; Houlihan, Margaret B.

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ERIC Number: EJ579424

Record Type: Journal

Publication Date: 1998

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Learning by Design: Hands-On Learning.

Harvey, Barbara Z.; Sirna, Richard T.; Houlihan, Margaret B.

American School Board Journal, v186 n2 p22-25 Feb 1998

Students at a St. Louis middle school experimenting with hands-on learning methods have scored consistently higher on the Stanford Achievement Tests than those in other district schools. A hands-on learning environment requires a thematic, integrated curriculum; creative, self-motivated teachers; and a supportive, facilitative principal. (MLH)

Descriptors: Administrator Role, Creativity, Discovery Learning, Educational Environment, Integrated Curriculum, Leadership Styles, Middle Schools, Principals, Teacher Motivation, Teamwork, Thematic Approach

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive

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Language: English

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Identifiers - Location: Missouri (Saint Louis)

Identifiers - Assessments and Surveys: Stanford Achievement Tests

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