Using Genius Hours to Promote Personalized Learning Middle School Research to Practice

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.