This document summarizes a research project implementing project-based learning with English language learners at Ball State University. It discusses the objectives to study the impact on student attitudes and assessments. Literature on project-based learning origins and skills developed is reviewed. Research questions address effects on attitudes and how cultural differences impact expectations. Methods included observations, interviews and evaluations. Findings indicated initial student difficulty but later engagement and perspective changes, as well as unexpected cultural issues. Themes that emerged were teamwork, language development, assessment practices, and preparing students for academic classes. The conclusion was that project-based learning is practical, effective, and communicative.

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