The Negotiated Project Approach: Project-Based Learning Without Leaving the Standards Behind

Mitchell, S., Foulger, T. S., Wetzel, K., & Rathkey, C. (2009). The negotiated project approach: Project-based learning without leaving the standards behind. Early Childhood Education Journal, 36(4), 339-346.

This article explores how veteran first grade teachers successfully implemented projects into their classroom while addressing grade-level standards. Researchers revealed a collaborative approach to implementing projects by studied teaching strategies, investigation activities, project planning, student participation, independent problem solving, and final presentations.

Keywords: primary grades, elementary, project approach, standards, collaboration, independent problem solving, teaching strategies, investigation,