Project-Based Learning

Project-based learning (PBL) is a dynamic approach to teaching in which students explore real-world

problems and challenges, simultaneously developing cross-curriculum skills while working in small

collaborative groups.

Project Based Learning is an instructional approach built upon authentic learning activities that engage

student interest and motivation.

1. It helps students apply what they learn to real-life experiences and provides an all-around enriching education.

2. It inspires students to obtain a deeper knowledge of the subjects they're studying.

3. Students are more likely to retain the knowledge gained.

4. Students develop confidence and self-direction.5. Students work within their community while seeing

the positive effect of their work.

Students make decisions, and they have a framework in which to do so. There’s a problem without a predetermined solution.

Students design the process for reaching a solution. Students are responsible for accessing and managing the

information they gather. Evaluation takes place continuously. Students regularly reflect on what they’re doing. A final product (not necessarily material) is produced and

is evaluated for quality. The classroom has an atmosphere that tolerates error and

change.

A. Begin with the end in mind

B. Craft the driving question

C. Plan the assessment

D. Map the project

E. Manage the process

a. Start with the essential question

b. Design a plan for the project

c. Create a schedule

d. Monitor the students and progress of the project

e. Assess the outcome

f. Evaluate the experience

Why Teach with Project-Based Learning?: Providing Students With a Well-Rounded Classroom Experience. Taken from: http://www.edutopia.org/project-learning-introduction

Project-Based-Learning Overview. Taken from: http://pbl-online.org/About/whatisPBL.htm

http://www.hent.org/world/rss/files/project_based.htm PBL. Taken from: http://www.bie.org/about/what_is_pbl http://pbl-online.org/