It is a holistic approach that stresses linkages. Using sustainable development as a theme, students pursue learning outcomes from science, social studies, and language arts to better understand a complex issue. A transdisciplinary approach places the characteristics, needs, interests, and personal learning processes of students at the forefront of the learning experience. As students work on projects, they acquire knowledge and skills that are based in the subject areas. However, the subject areas are subordinate to the project goals.
Students work on independent research projects.
The formal timetable is left behind while teachers guide students in their research.