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| What is ELS? |
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At the heart of ELS are learning expeditions, interdisciplinary units aligned with state and district standards. The ELS approach is experiential and project-based, involving students in original research -- with experts -- to create high-quality products for audiences beyond the classroom. The ELS approach to teaching has been proven effective by third-party research conducted by the Rand Corporation, the Academy for Educational Development, the American Institutes for Research and the National Staff Development Council. |
Expeditionary Learning Schools Outward Bound (ELS)
is a national, non-profit organization that opens new elementary, middle and college-oriented secondary schools, and partners with existing schools, to improve student achievement; build student character; enhance teacher practices; and instill a positive school culture. The ELS approach promotes rigorous and engaging curriculum; active, inquiry-based pedagogy; and a school culture that demands and teaches compassion and good citizenship.
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Students at Valley View School in Phoenix apply math and problem solving strategies through wood working projects that benefit the campus. Applications for Fund For Teachers grants, a summer fellowship opportunity for ELS teachers and teaching teams, are now being accepted online. EL in the News! Barack Obama praises Mapleton Expeditionary School of the Arts for its 100% college admission rate. Read about EL School Principal Michael Johnston, one of Barack Obama's education advisers. |
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SAVE THE DATE! The 2009 ELS National Conference will be held March 5-7, 2009, in Baltimore MD, with preconference activities on March 4. Online registration opens January 2009. Teachers and School Leaders: Apply to present at our 2009 National Conference. We are now accepting master class proposals. All proposals must be submitted by December 1, 2008 (5pm PST). |
