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Khan Academy Explores Hands-On Learning

The Khan Academy is well known for its online video lectures, which have the potential to free up time for more hands-on learning in the classroom. In their Discovery Lab summer camp, Khan Academy staff experimented with project-based learning activities to build better student engagement.

December 18, 2012

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  • Project-Based Learning (PBL)
  • Blended Learning
  • Community Partnerships
  • 6-8 Middle School

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