Authentic Project-Based Learning in Grades 9-12

Published in 2019 by Routledge, a Taylor & Francis imprint, this volume was written by Dayna Laur to address the evolving pedagogical needs of secondary educators. As the landscape of modern education shifted toward competency-based models and student-centered inquiry, the book was conceived to provide a practical framework for implementing project-based learning specifically for the high school level, where the pressures of standardized testing and disciplinary specialization often complicate interdisciplinary approaches.

The design of the text reflects the educational shift toward actionable strategies, focusing on curriculum mapping and assessment rubrics that move beyond traditional lecture-based instruction. Laur, an experienced consultant and educator, aimed to bridge the gap between abstract pedagogical theory and the logistical realities of a high school classroom. The work has been received as a foundational guide for educators looking to increase student engagement and foster critical thinking skills through sustained, real-world investigations.