

Topic
Project-Based Learning (PBL)
Project-based learning (PBL) at WPI emphasizes real-world challenges, collaborative projects, and critical skills like teamwork, problem-solving, and leadership, preparing students to innovate and excel in dynamic environments.
News
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Kristin Wobbe
Director, Center for Project Based Learning

Kristin Boudreau
Professor

Gillian Smith
Associate Professor

Elisabeth Stoddard
Associate Professor of Teaching

Geoffrey Pfeifer
Associate Professor of Teaching

William San Martín
Assistant Professor

Yunus Telliel
Assistant Professor

Elizabeth Lingo
Associate Professor

Arthur Heinricher
Professor

Kent Rissmiller
Associate Dean, Global School

Peter Hansen
Professor

Sarah Stanlick
Assistant Professor

Mimi Sheller
Dean of Global School
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55
years of a project-based education (The WPI Plan)
98%
of alumni respondents reported they had projects in course
Hanover Research Alumni Survey (2021)
77%
of alumni respondents reported projects gave them feelings of being able to make a difference
Hanover Research Alumni Survey (2021)
88%
of alumni respondents reported projects helped them view issues from different perspectives
Hanover Research Alumni Survey (2021)
Theory and Practice
Center for Project-Based Learning
WPI In the World
Global Projects Program