Project Based Learning in the Core Content

Amber RowlandSouth Central TRC Conference

June 2, 2011

My “Project”

My Essential Question:

How do teachers “do” PBL (amid Common Core, MTSS, TRC, 21st Century Skills, Standardized Testing-AYP,

etc...)?

60 Minutes!

Define Project Based Learning Examine the role of technology in PBL Explore PBL in your classroom Buck Institute’s Model of Standard’s

Driven Project Based Learning – Understanding and Application

PBL+MTSS+Technology+21st Century Skills+Common Core = a perfect storm

A note on the Common Core

What works in TN or NY or CA... Open Education Resource Movement

Starting with fresh eyes New Standards, technology, MTSS

Changes in School Accreditation Not just AYP – 21st Cent. Skills &

Innovation

Only a few of the balls in the air above you...

TRC gives you a leg up!

IT’S WHAT WE DO ALREADY!! Start with the standards Consider how each student can learn

them Consider the content, product &

process Student choice Authentic Higher Order Thinking

Let’s Talk about your Projects

How did your projects: Start with the standards Consider how each student can learn

them Consider the content, product &

process Student choice Authentic Higher Order Thinking

PBL Explained

Buck Institute for Education (BIE) & Common Craft

Building ConsensusA Group Definition of PBL

With your shoulder partner(s), identify FIVE words that you believe best describe PBL based on the Common Craft/BIE video, your previous experiences, and your partner(s) discussion.

Guiding Definition~Project Based Learning~

Buck Institute for Education BIE defines standards-focused PBL as 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.

The Benefits of PBL Helps students to both "know" and "do." Supports students in problem solving, communication, and self-management.

Encourages lifelong learning, civic responsibility, and personal or career success.

Integrates curriculum areas, thematic instruction, and community issues.

Encourages accountability and goal setting. Creates positive communication and collaborative relationships among diverse groups of students.

Meets the needs of learners with varying skill levels and learning styles.

Engages and motivates bored or indifferent students.

To PBL or not to PBL?

The Role of Technology in Project Based Learning

Multimedia Technology as a

“means” not an “end” Problem Solving Communication Learning styles Motivation Application of

Knowledge Seamless Application

Moursund, David G.. Project-based learning using information technology . 2nd ed. Eugene, OR: International Society for Technology in Education, 2003. Print.

What Makes a Project a Good One?

Space DayWhile watching the following PBL video example, identify evidence

that it is a “good project”. Following the video, we will share

your observations.

Edutopia: http://www.edutopia.org/space-day-science-math-engineering-video

Space Day Designing tools for Space Plans, scale model, presentation,

cost estimate, written proposal Cooperative learning Collaboration Multiple Forms of Assessment

Think-Pair-Share Share your

observations with your small group: Was this a good

project? Why? What “stood out”

in this video example?

Did you see authentic learning?

Did your observations match our group definition?

Discuss the forms of Assessment.

Whole Group follow up reflections… Highlighted observations Questions Is your own definition and awareness

of PBL changing?

Creating PBL Experiences~A Buck Institute Guide~

Begin with the End in Mind

Craft the Guiding Question

Plan the Assessment

Map the Project Manage the

Process

A Suggested Handbook

Project Planning Form Online

Begin with the end in mind

Authenticity Academic Rigor

Applied Learning Active Exploration

Adult Connections

Assessment

~CRITERIA FOR DESIGNING PROJECTS~

THE SIX A’S

Craft the Guiding Question Strikes their interest - Ulysses &

Geothermal Open-ended (not overly scripted) –

Wichita & Sharks In-depth exploration of the discipline –

Buhler & Dr. Data Challenging – Space Day Authentic/Real-World –

Goodland/Grinnell & Rural Community Project

Tubric: https://sites.google.com/site/tubric

Plan the Assessment~What makes it so unique in PBL?~

With your group, discuss the layers of assessment needed in the “Space Day” project.

Model Real-World Assessment Define the products and artifacts State the criteria for exemplary performance

for each product Do the products and criteria align with the

stated standards and objectives for the project?

Let the students help with these definitions

PBL Checklists

http://pblchecklist.4teachers.org

Map the Project

How will EACH student accomplish the learning goals? –MTSS!! Mixed grouping Collaboration Creativity Communication Student-Centered

Indivdualization and the right tools to help kids achieve

Tap into their talents, gifts and interests to help them succeed

Giving kids choices What's the content and how do

you shape it, twist it OR LET THEM help you choose--releasing controls

MTSS/RTI

Think of a project that you are considering, how could you add:

Multiple, flexible means of representation – video, text, photos, etc...

Multiple, flexible means of engagement – Edmodo, ePals, Groupings, etc...

Multiple, flexible means of expression – glog, prezi, letter, etc...

MTSS & Universal Design for Learning (UDL)

Manage the Project Facilitate as Kids Begin to Drive Communicate – Edmodo, ePals Digital Citizenship Tap into Experts and Expertise Status Reports Goal Setting and Fulfillment Assessment Updates – Rubrics

BIE Rubsitar

Authentic Audience Bend, Give, Stretch Reflect

Thinking Points How will PBL look in

your classroom? What “End” or

“Ends” do you have in mind?

Teacher vs. Student selected topics?

Do your students have prior project experience?

Exploring how others have done it:

BIE Interactive NET

S*S Wiki Innovation Ody

ssey Collaborative Pr

ojects iEARN GlobalSchoolNet Journey North

Top 5 Tips

Collaborate Try 1 New Tool/Idea Brainstorm with Colleagues Use Your Facilitator Empower Kids

INTEL from KSDEhttp://www.kansastrc.org/forum/topics/intel-offerings-from-ksde

Intel Classes this Summer