integration of technology into project based learning
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Integration of Technology into Project Based Learning. Jennifer Thomas Sharon Burke. Why stream?. Increases our capacity to deliver curriculum Transparency between school and “real-life” RMHS goal for improving 9th grade transition. Technology Rule of Thumb. On the fly - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
Integration of Technology into Project
Based LearningJennifer Thomas
Sharon Burke
Why stream?
Increases our capacity to deliver curriculum
Transparency between school and “real-life”
RMHS goal for improving 9th grade transition
Technology Rule of Thumb
On the flyMakes use of existing equipment
Facilitate student learning
VC Alternatives to Skype
Video Conferencing vs. StreamingStreaming
Audience sees and hears you, you don’t see them
Audience participates by watching & text chat Unlimited viewers
Video conferencing Audience sees you, you see and hear them Audience participation is full Limited to 1, 6, 10 participants - depending on application
Project Based Learning
A systematic teaching method that engages students in learning knowledge and skills through an extended inquiry process structured around complex, authentic questions, and carefully designed products and tasks
Project Based Learning… Student driven - Investigation, research, and
reasoning
Highlights provocative issues, authentic and important topics
Utilizes technology skills Content knowledge Self-management Project management
Encourages collaboration
Multiple assessments, both formative and summative
21st Century Skills
Make appropriate personal economic choices Develop and communicate new ideas to others Exercise sound reasoning in making complex choices
Frame analyze and synthesize information Use technology as a tool to research, organize and communicate information
Which Alternative Fuel Car would you buy?
learn more about how your current family automobile contributes to global warming everyday
demonstrate your understanding of greenhouse gases and alternative fuel resources
research alternative fuel cars, and write a proposal for your parents
Help them determine which car would be a great present for your next birthday- not just for you but for the earth!
The Scope of the Project
Phase I: Background ResearchPhase II: AFV ResearchPhase III: In Class Problems Solving Worksheet
Part IV: PresentationsPart V: Conclusion Questions
2009 Toyota Prius
Hybrid
48/45 mpg
Price: $22,000
Cost to run vehicle: $500 a year
Runs on gas and electricity, a combination of a petrol-powered engine and an electric motor
Sample of Student’s Work
DecisionWe chose the Chevrolet Fuel Cell Equinox
because it has gives off no emission, except
water vapor, has a lot of passenger room, and
has really good mileage. It is also good for the
environment, relatively cheap for an SUV, and
accommodating for large families.
Sample of Student’s Work
Class Preparation for Live Streaming Presentation skills
Lots of coaching Not there yet
Audience real-world Feedback from parents Organize the classroom environment
Representing RMHS Permission to stream,
record Opt out
OutcomesAlternative Fuel Vehicles ProjectStudents owned their learningParents and other viewers became part of the class
Provided an authentic means of assessment
Quotable. . . . Parents / Viewers
“It was great to see the kids researching this topic. . . you could see the effort they put into their presentations”
“I was very glad to be able to watch most of a class. And kudos to the students who seemed to have done a good job and seemed to be having a good time at the same time!”
“I was disappointed that I was at work so I couldn't tune in, but I wanted to thank you for pushing the envelope and checking out new ideas!”
Quotable. . . Administration
“. . . streaming has tremendous potential in our district. . . a huge benefit in our Mentor Program. . . a nonthreatening way to observe and mentor new teachers.”
“. . . students who can’t be in class don’t lose precious instructional time.”
“. . . a way to connect with parents who might not be able to get to open house. . . .”
- John Doherty, Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum
Quotable. . . Teachers
“. . . it is exciting and it kept the students interested. . . .”- Mr. D’Entremont, Social
Studies Teacher
“. . . what a great way to expand the physical boundaries of the classroom. . .”
- Joanne Fitzpatrick, Math Teacher
Tell Everyone
Send out a “Tweet” or link to Facebook
Send notice home & tell colleaguesHow to find you & passwordTime of broadcastFor students, permission to opt-out
PBL at It’s Best
“Most children are not cynical or lazy or blasé; most children are burning with an almost explosive desire to do something important, something lasting, something beautiful. All they need is to be asked, to be encouraged, to be inspired.
Jeff Ryan, RMHS History Teacher Kidger Award Speech, April 2009
CaveatsPassword protectNetwork firewalls & permissions
Open chat & video portsDownloads: camera software, Flash
Teacher adaptationsSound & lightingDon’t forget to record & save the broadcast
Geometry Streamed.mov