Schoolhouse Education Network focuses on enhancing students' critical thinking skills through a dynamic educational approach that emphasizes discovery and active learning. The organization places a strong emphasis on in-person classes designed around Project-Based Learning (PBL) methodologies. The core philosophy is grounded in the belief that students learn more effectively when they actively engage in discovering answers themselves.
Key Features of Schoolhouse Education Network:
- Project-Based Learning (PBL):
Schoolhouse builds on Project-Based Learning as a central pedagogical approach to deepen understanding of different issues. Students engage in critical thinking through research into real-world projects, problem-solving, and the application of their knowledge in practical situations.
- Projects are designed to be inquiry-based, encourage students to integrate knowledge from various subjects, and develop a holistic understanding of topics.
- Skill Development:
Developing critical thinking is a crucial core skill for college and career. Students are guided by facilitators to analyze information critically, evaluate different perspectives, and make informed decisions.
- Schoolhouse recognizes that critical thinking is not only essential for academic success but also for preparing students to navigate challenges in their future careers and personal lives.
- Soft skills are integral to everything for college, career, and work opportunities. Soft skills are communication, adaptability, and time management, leadership, creativity, problem solving and others.
- Teacher Facilitation
- Educators at Schoolhouse Education Network play the role of facilitators, guiding students through the learning process rather than simply delivering content. They create an environment that encourages questioning, discussion, and exploration.
- Teachers are trained to assess and provide constructive feedback on students' critical thinking skills, fostering continuous improvement.