A comprehensive K-12 Project-Based Learning (PBL) solution serving over 120,000 teachers in over 7,500 schools nationwide, Defined Learning engages students in high-quality projects that are based on careers to deepen understanding, enhance engagement, and build necessary future-ready skills.

The platform provides teachers with the essential curriculum and assessment tools they need to engage students in PBL, including a library of standards-aligned projects, career-focused videos, research resources, editable rubrics, and more. Defined Learning’s interdisciplinary projects are based on careers and provide opportunities for students to apply their knowledge and skills to real-world challenges. It excites students about their future and empower them to build the critical future-ready skills they need to succeed in college, careers, and life.

It is the mission of the company to drive student engagement and achievement through real-world PBL. Through career exploration and experiences coupled with hands-on, real-world PBL, they want to ensure that all students have visibility into the limitless world of opportunities ahead of them. Their content leads to enhanced student skills such as: 21st Century & Workplace Skills, College & Career Readiness, Social Emotional Learning & Standards Mastery.

Research by Mida Learning Technologies showed that after utilizing PBL through Defined Learning for one year, teachers saw improvements in students’ engagement and motivation. In addition, students who used Defined Learning outperformed their peers in critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Defined Learning gives educators all they need to facilitate deeper, career-connected learning through high-quality PBL instruction that engages students and empowers them to build future-ready skills. For these reasons and more, Defined Learning is a Cool Tool Award Winner for “Best Skills Solution” as part of The EdTech Awards 2024 from EdTech Digest. Learn more. 

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Robo 3D printers are the ultimate catalyst for Maker and DIY projects, offering a seamless experience for educators and students. They come ready-to-use, complete with access to MyStemKits, featuring an extensive library of standards-driven 3D-printable STEAM curriculum tailored to K-12. 

One distinctive feature of Robo 3D printers is its safety; they are fully enclosed and equipped with HEPA filters, ensuring secure usage in both classrooms and school maker spaces. The Robo printers make 3D printing accessible even to the youngest students, setting the stage for key skills like creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration.

Robo 3D printers have also adapted to the technological preferences of modern classrooms. They are Wi-Fi and Hot Spot enabled, aligning perfectly with the widespread use of Chromebooks and iPads in schools. Robo cloud printing further amplifies their accessibility. Educators and students can initiate projects from anywhere, including their homes, enhancing flexibility and promoting a sense of class community.

Robo 3D printers transform traditional, book-based learning into a more tactile and tangible educational experience. This approach empowers students to solidify their collaboration, communication, creativity, and critical thinking skills which have direct applications in daily life, local communities, and even in addressing global challenges.

Through the entire process of 3D printing, from concept to completion, students gain confidence in their learning and open their eyes to a world of STEM-related career possibilities. For these reasons and more, Robo E3 3D Printer from Boxlight is a Cool Tool Awards Winner for “Best Maker / DIY Tools Solution” as part of The EdTech Awards 2024 from EdTech Digest. Learn more. 

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