"Finding a Place in Learning: Facilitating Place-Based Writing in the S" by Ella Rausch

Author

Ella Rausch

Term

Summer 2020

Capstone

Capstone Project

Degree Name

MAT

Facilitator(s)

Jana Lo Bello Miller

Content Expert

Cathryn Carlis

Abstract

How can teachers facilitate place-based writing that improves the writing and research skills of high school students? This project contains a facilitation guide for an expeditionary experience that utilizes place-based writing for secondary students. Research has shown the significant benefits of this learning model for high school students and its far reaching effects beyond writing skills. Project-based learning is used as the foundation for the guide, emphasizing cross-curricular learning experiences and student voice and choice to provide authentic learning experiences. The guide is designed to support teachers as they lead students through individual projects related to a place they visit and explore while developing writing and research skills. This guide is an example of blended instructional practices to ensure positive outcomes for students. Use this as a guide to facilitate place-based, project-based, and expeditionary learning for students.

Keywords

Curriculum, Interdisciplinary Teaching, Writing

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text

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DigitalCommons@Hamline

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application/pdf

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School of Education Student Capstone Projects

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