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Place Based Education
Place-based education is a strategy that encourages students to connect with their communities and public lands through hands-on, real-world learning experiences on community-based projects. It’s especially effective in the context of Maine’s small, rural, marine resource-based islands and coastal towns.
Our People
Some of our talented people working in this area.
Ruth Kermish-Allen Education Outreach Officer | |
Shey Conover GIS Specialist |
Local Resources
Place-based education is also second primary focus of the Community for Rural Education, Stewardship and Technology (CREST) project. Students and teachers in CREST develop community projects that focus upon local knowledge and resources.
News |
| Jan 07, 2010 | | Vinalhaven program creates safe, creative learning environment |
| Nov 03, 2009 | | A lifestyle at cliff's edge |
| May 07, 2009 | | Exploring Historic Islesboro |
Publications & Resources |
| 2008 Island Journal | |
| 2007 Island Journal | |
| 2006 Island Journal | |
| Implementation Strategies in Place-Based Education Projects Webcast | |
| IT Across the Nation Webcast -- CREST & Urban Ecology Institute |
In Working Waterfront |
Pioneering girls-only leadership and science school opens doors
February-March 2010
February-March 2010
A busy start for children at Matinicus Island School
November 2009
November 2009

