Problem

Middle school students' level of engagement drop compared to their elementary years. With an increase of social interaction and academic rigor, students become more disconnected from the purpose of their education. Middle school students often do not see the 'why' in what they are doing.

Motivation

Motivation can be broken down into four main categories.

Agentic

Behavioral

Cognitive

Emotional

Motivation to do school

Motivated to think about content

Motivated to interact properly

Motivated to promote self

PBL

Projects

Problem

Place

Big picture open ended challenges

Specific challenge with finite answer

Where the challenge is matters

Integration

STEM

Humanities

Other

English and Social Studies

Math and Science

Math and English Math and History Art and Science

Thesis

Integrated courses will increase student engagement while maintaining academic rigor.