Middle School Research to Practice Association for Middle Level Education

Hosts David Virtue and Andrew Maxey discuss a recent study that looked at how students in International Baccalaureate (IB) programs perceive international mindedness as part of their identity.  They then explore how all middle grades schools, IB or otherwise, can promote international mindedness to help students become globally engaged and culturally competent adults who understand the world’s interconnectedness and can find belonging wherever they might end up in the future. 

While genius projects have grown in popularity in recent years, few research studies have investigated their implementation and impact in middle level schools. A recent study published in Research in Middle Level Education Online reports teachers’ perceptions of the implementation of genius hour in their school and provides some useful insights for middle level schools considering this innovative approach. In this episode, co-hosts David Virtue and Andrew Maxey discuss key insights from the study to help middle grades educators further explore ways to incorporate genius projects in the academic programs in their schools.