Here are two very different student video projects that attempt to explain what Avalon is. The first was made in 2011, and the second was made in 2008. They show how differently two students can take a “make a video about Avalon” project, and hopefully shed some light on what Avalon is!
The following video was made by some amazing Avalon students. It is a lighthearted look at the project process (and it shows how much fun doing a project can be!)
And here is a series of videos by Edvisions Cooperative about Project-Based Learning which features Avalon School, along with some other Project Based Learning schools (the first 20 seconds of each video is the same):
Self-directed, project-based learning primary focus; driven by constructivist pedagogy (Student Video)
Self-directed, project-based learning primary focus; driven by constructivist pedagogy (Adult Video)
Personalized Learning Plan (PLP) for all students emphasizing student needs and interests
Personalized work space for each student; Internet access
Individual/group projects complemented by multiple teaching and learning approaches based on student needs and interests
Achievement demonstrated publicly; highest work place standards are quality goal
All students prepared for post-secondary education, workplace, and active citizenship
All students and staff engage in quiet reading every day
There are many more Edvisions videos here:
http://www.youtube.com/user/edvisionsschools#grid/user/806901F622062CB5