Grappling with complex issues in the classroom, such as the use of weaponized drones, is vital for students in an era where technology is racing ahead of moral scrutiny.

An in-depth examination of a clay flask discovered in the Guatemalan lowlands provides an excellent springboard into a lesson on Mesoamerican civilizations and the impact of European arrival.

When a course is centered on a series of projects, the projects accomplish the main intellectual work, and student learning is deep and complex.

Three key strategies can help teachers implement successful projects in world history.

A project-based approach to studying the civil rights movement can stimulate student engagement and their sense of connection to this historic period.

Political simulations in an AP class helped students learn content and skills while they also engaged with the structures and functions of government.

Young learners and students of all ages feel more connected to their learning when they participate in community-related projects.

Teaching through projects can connect students and schools with their communities, make history relevant, and foster democratic citizenship.