PBE Approach

Organizations and resources related to the benefits, challenges, and pedagogical approach of place-and community-based education (PBE).

Local and Regional Partners

Great Lakes Stewardship Initiative (GLSI)

The GLSI offers numerous resources and connects a growing network of place-based education practitioners, partners, and affiliates working to advance place-based education. Discovering PLACE is the Flint hub of the GLSI. Highlighted GLSI resources include:

• The Benefits of Place-Based Stewardship Education

• Case Studies: PBE Projects in Elementary, Middle, and High School in Urban, Suburban, Small Town, and Rural Contexts

• Guiding Principles for Exemplary Place-Based Stewardship Education | Rubric (highly recommended) | User Guide and Glossary

MiSTEM Network

Coordinated through the State of Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO), the MiSTEM Network is comprised of 16 regional hubs that support educators in preparing students for vital careers of the future. MiSTEM embraces innovative problem-, place- and project-based (3P) learning, hands-on learning in the community that provides authentic STEM experiences. Highlighted MiSTEM resources include:

• MiSTEM Network Playbook: An Overview of Place-Based Education

• MiSTEM I-69 Region 6 (Genesee, Lapeer, St. Clair) coming soon