Project Based Learning: Behind the Switch

Canonsburg Middle School, in partnership with CONSOL Energy, provided students the opportunity to conduct project-based learning (PBL) relating to the use of fossil fuels, both now and in the future, as viable energy sources.  The students had the option to create a learning center, documentary, or website. 

Throughout the process, the students had virtual contact with their CMS Science Teachers, CONSOL representatives, and fellow group members through the “Behind the Switch” Wikispace. Chromebooks were issued to each student as a general tool to aid with the project.

The students presented their projects at Frank Sarris Public Library.  In attendance were representatives from CONSOL, parents, Canon-McMillan Administrators, CMS Science Teachers, and members of the media.  The Supernova team representatives were Katelyn S, Antonia G, and Megan G.  They did a fantastic job with their presentation! They created a website that can be viewed at the following link: https://sites.google.com/a/cmsd.k12.pa.us/consol-environmental-tech/home

Below are some pictures from the presentations:

Observer-Reporter Article: http://www.observer-reporter.com/or/story11/06-02-2012-Canon-Mac-students-work-with-Consol-Energy-

Canon-McMillan Patch Article: http://canon-mcmillan.patch.com/articles/canonsburg-middle-school-students-partner-with-consol-energy-on-research-projects