Teachers have a lesson in project-based learning

During a staff development day in November, the Cohoes Middle School staff had their own lesson in project-based learning.

Using straws and tape, the teachers worked collaboratively in teams to attempt to build the tallest straw tower.

The teachers' lesson was based on engaging students in the classroom through project-based learning, and encouraging students to use it more often.

The winning tower was six feet, 10 inches tall.