Teachers are learning in the classroom in addition to the research background they have already accumulated. Both are necessary for teachers to construct knowledge about teaching. Time is a critical factor but not measured by the clock or calendar. Children's own personal rhythm and own sense of time are considered primary. There is sufficient time for being together.
Extended projects are the backbone of learning experiences.
Ideas for projects come from every day life of the children and teachers and through discussions, even from a chance event or from some problem posed. Projects might last a few days or months. They may move from a sketch like this to another media as seen in this slide. Of the clay party. This example came up during the holidays and the children wanted to plan a party.