Chapters in this book

1. Frontmatter i
2. Contents v
3. Foreword vii
4. Preface ix
5. Team Members xvii
6. Why Learning Science Matters 1
7. PART I. Transforming the High-School Science Experience
8. 1. Creating Science Activities That Engage and Inspire 19
9. 2. Project-Based Learning in U.S. Physics Classrooms 36
10. 3. Project-Based Learning in Finnish Physics Classrooms 57
11. PART II. Measuring Science Engagement and Learning
12. 4. How Learning Science Affects Emotions and Achievement 79
13. 5. Teachers Reflect on Project-Based Learning Environments 95
14. PART III. Active Engagement
15. 6. Encouraging Three-Dimensional Learning 115
16. Appendix A: The Crafting Engagement in Science Environments Study 133
17. Appendix B: Storyline for the Physics Force and Motion Unit 135
18. Appendix C: Student and Teacher ESM Questionnaires 141
19. Appendix D: Single-Case Design 146
20. Notes 149
21. Bibliography 163
22. Index 175