“Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn.”
– Benjamin Franklin
In the vibrant world of learning, BSS I-9 Campus has embarked on an exciting journey that goes beyond textbooks and classrooms. As a component of our innovative project-based learning course of study, the E-Steam and E-Super project have enabled our students in grades 3 through 8 to engage with skill-based subjects like Arts, Music, Physical Education, and Languages while also bringing Science to life and exploring genres of History and Geography. Our young brains have explored different aspects of Science and History via practical experiences, teamwork, and real-world problem-solving, making lifelong memories in the process. The objective was quite clear: to pique our students’ interest and encourage creativity.
Through colorful flipchart displays, DIY projects, and simple demonstrations, the concept of project-based learning became more than just a lesson – it became an adventure. The giggles and “aha” moments echoed in the classrooms as students grasped the idea of making LEARNING an unforgettable experience.
Imagine the enthusiasm when students became into young explorers and scientists via engaging in classroom activities and interactive experiments. In grades 7 and 8, students learned about recycling waste materials, making instruments that produce sound, such as
percussions, and comprehending the basic concepts of street lighting and energy transmission, which allows a light show to function as a cooler and heater. Discussions on sustainable development, renewable energy sources, and how new technology are influencing our planet were common in the classroom activities.
“The capacity to learn is a gift; the ability to learn is a skill; the willingness to learn is a choice.”
– Brian Herbert
The culmination of the E-Steam and E-Super project was a grand showcase, where students proudly displayed
their creations and explained the key learning skills. As a culmination to their work, grade 3 organized a bake sale. The event presented them as successful entrepreneurs with a strong sense of community involvement and all the necessary abilities. The SDG – Zero Hunger was the focus of grade 5 students’ culminating project. They not only investigated the reasons behind global hunger but
also raised awareness among their classmates about what they could do to help reduce it. As the culmination of their project based on their reader “Treasure Island,” Grade 6 students hosted a Pirate Runway.
The implementation of project-based learning has not only facilitated access to difficult subjects but also fostered a feeling of accountability and enthusiasm for building a sustainable future. The acclaim and cheers that marked the end of the concluding day demonstrated the accomplishment of our young students.
For our children, the E-Steam and E-Super project has been a voyage of exploration, teamwork, and learning. Our school has sowed the seeds of creativity and curiosity in the brains of the next generation via project-based
learning. As we celebrate these projects’ completion, we look forward to raising a generation that will actively shape a better, greener future for all of us while also understanding the complexity of our world.
“I never teach my pupils, I only attempt to provide the conditions in which they can learn.”
– Albert Einstein
