Project Based Learning

Protect the Environment and Live Well

Denise TallaksonJune 2014

What is Project Based Learning? Project-based learning is a dynamic

approach to teaching in which students explore real-world problems and challenges. With this type of active and engaged learning, students are inspired to obtain a deeper knowledge of the subjects they're studying.

What does it look like? students learning knowledge to tackle

realistic problems as they would be solved in the real world

increased student control over his or her learning

teachers serving as coaches and facilitators of inquiry and reflection

students (usually, but not always) working in pairs or groups

Example of PBL

http://www.edutopia.org/wetland-ecology-technology-video

What every good project needs… Significant Content A Need to Know A Driving Question Student Voice and Choice 21st Century Competencies In- depth Inquiry Critique and Revision Public Audience

http://bie.org/object/document/8_essentials_for_project_based_learning

Examples of projects related to protecting the planet and living well

http://www.uni.edu/ceee/education/way-we-live/workshops-whatteacherssay#milkwaste

http://www.edutopia.org/blog/earth-day-beyond-focus-environment-action-projects-suzie-boss?utm_source=SilverpopMailing

Turn and Talk What types of Project Based Learning

have you tried? What ideas do you have that might tie

project based learning into your mini-unit for this class?

What other information do you need to help you implement a project in your classroom?

Tips for Successful Projects Begin with the End in Mind Make a Tough Topic Fun Focus on Standards- but not too many Start Small When You Are New Test Drive the Final Product Before Starting the Project Start your Project with an “Entry Event” Keep Students in the Loop Set Clear Deadlines but allow for some Flexibility Create a Balanced Assessment Plan Conclude Projects with a Bang! ( real world connection)

http://www.edutopia.org/stw-maine-project-based-learning-ten-key-lessons

The Best Project Based Learning comes from the students!!! Find out what your students are passionate about and build a project around that topic.