2nd Edition

Genius Hour Passion Projects That Ignite Innovation and Student Inquiry

By Andi McNair Copyright 2022
168 Pages 17 B/W Illustrations
by Prufrock Press

168 Pages 17 B/W Illustrations
by Prufrock Press

168 Pages 17 B/W Illustrations
by Prufrock Press

Genius Hour, Second Edition features newly revised handouts, up-to-date online resources, and fresh strategies for implementing Genius Hour, or passion projects, in your classroom. Genius Hour allows students to experience personalized learning through self-driven projects, application of standards and real-world skills, and opportunities to learn through productive struggle and reflection.... Read more

Section I: Introduction, 1. Why Passion Projects?, 2. Introducing the 6 Ps, Section II: The 6 Ps, 3. Passion: Finding the Spark, 4. Plan: Building the Fire, 5. Pitch: Lighting the Match, 6. Project: Igniting the Flame, 7. Product: Making the S’mores, 8. Presentation: Watching It Burn, Section III: Everything Else You Need to Know for Genius Hour Success, 9. When the Fire Fizzles, 10. Mistakes I Made, 11. Keeping It Real, 12. Resources, 13. References, 14. About the Author

Biography

Andi McNair was a classroom teacher in public education for 16 years before pursuing her passion to change education by sharing practical ways to engage and empower today’s learners. She is currently a Digital Innovation and Gifted/Talented Specialist at ESC Region 12 in Waco, Texas. Visit her website at http://www.andimcnair.com.