Accelerated learning is one of the most advanced and effective teaching and learning methods to this day. The accelerated method has been proven to unlock a student's potential for learning that has been left largely untapped by the conventional learning methods in most schools. The accelerated class offers an activity-based, highly collaborative and interactive learning environment that develops students' creativity, cognitive functioning, problem-solving skills, and critical thinking. It also allows students to complete courses in a shorter period of time. Much evidence is placed in accelerated learning on the need for learners to connect with their learning, by giving them the big picture and making them active learners and creators rather then consumers of the knowledge. Open Mind also focuses on giving all students more space to express their personalities, strengths, ideas, and opinions through project-based and collaborative activities.