BRAIN-E, or Brand Raising Awareness In Neurodiverse Education, is a company dedicated to building awareness about neurodiverse education, specifically the benefits of Project Based Learning.
Originating as a class project, this company has evolved into a successful student-run enterprise that conducts research and produces products.
Why does this matter?
It is estimated that 15% to 20% of Americans are neurodiverse. The American school system has standards based on units and tests. Studieshave shown that neurodiverse students are able to comprehend and excel when given projects to complete.
Project Based Learning is a system that relies upon problem solving and critical thinking to develop key ideas or skills.
Project Based Learning, or PBL, uses hands on projects based onreal world issues to encourage cognitive thinking, creativity, time management, and collaboration skills.