The Why and How of Incorporating Project-Based Pedagogy in an Energy Curriculum

What is a successful projects-based course? What is a failure? We walk through the process with recommendations to build a successful energy focused project-based pedagogy. Of course, the first step is to “acquire” the project and this is one of the most complicated and important steps in the process. We offer several tips and ideas on project acquisition. Additional details are provided on suggestions to structure the project, assign teams, guide and coach, but don’t mandate, grade; including external validation suitable for Assurance of Learning for particular programs, and finally how to assess the process. Along the way are reconciliations to concerns and hurdles to effective implementation and success.