Program
Special Education M.A.
Year Approved
2018
First Advisor
Strand, Charles
Abstract
This thesis explores and defines what project based learning instruction is, and focuses on the impact it has on both traditional and special education classroom environments. The research examines the issues that schools face in the 21st Century using both traditional instructional design and project based learning, while shedding light on the benefits of the project based learning instructional design. This thesis examines a range student's ages, cultures, socio-economic status, special education needs/abilities, and motivation levels. When implemented, project based learning instruction is able to enhance the social, emotional, and academic achievement capabilities of the students who receive it as a part of their classroom experience.
Degree Name
Special Education M.A.
Document Type
Masterʼs thesis
Creative Commons License
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Recommended Citation
Arntzen, M. E. (2018). Project Based Learning Instructional Design and the Benefits If Brings to Modern Classrooms Specifically in Special Education [Masterʼs thesis, Bethel University]. Spark Repository. https://spark.bethel.edu/etd/33