• Consider the essential elements of PBL

• Think about the impact of PBL on learning communities

• Envision steps involved in leading to successful project-based learning

TODAY WE MIGHT…

LETS TAKE A LOOK…

B.I.E. APPROACH TO PBL

The Difference Between Projects And Project-Based Learning; © Amy Mayer, @friEdTechnology

1.Real World Connections

2.Real Work

3. Relevant to Student Lives

4. Real Issues

Keep It Real

PBL Design Process

Spend adequate time planning and preparing

Involve people outside the classroom in project workFamiliarize yourself with the driving question for the project. Show students an example project. (if possible)

Share rubricsTeach students how to work in a teamLet students play a role in planning how they might approach a task, identifying what resources they need, and deciding how they can demonstrate what they learn

Stuff to Consider

Project launch is important!Resist the urge to pre-teach the content or to direct students every step of the way. Start the project first and generate the “need to know”

Conclude projects with reflection on both process and content

Don’t forget to celebrate what you and your students accomplish

Other Stuff to Consider

What the kids had to say…

Sometimes things won’tgo as you expect…that’s when you know you’redoing PBL.