Critical Thinking and ProjectBased Learning PBL http thaiuo
Critical Thinking and Project-Based Learning (PBL) http: //thaiuo. uoregon. edu Cindy Kieffer Director of Academic Programs University of Oregon
Introductions • RELO John Scacco • U. S. Ambassador (? ? ? ) • Cindy Kieffer, University of Oregon • (? ? ? ) Muslim High School, Bangkok
Topics • PBL Showcase #1, IEARN. “Shaping” video, Module 03. • Making Connections: PBL and Critical Thinking. • PBL Showcase #2, S. E. A. R. “Shaping” video, Module 11. • Summary.
PBL #1, i. EARN PBL Showcase #1, IEARN: http: //www. iearn. org Thai classroom example, as featured in the “Shaping the Way We Teach English” video, Module 03.
PBL #1, i. EARN Video viewing tasks. . . 1) 2) 3) 4) Participants? Purpose? PBL? CT?
PBL Definition of Project-Based Learning (PBL)… • Constructivist (build meaning). • Content or theme-based. • Process + product. • Real-world connections.
CT Definition of Critical Thinking… Core foundation of knowledge or information is used to: • Analyze. • Synthesize. • Evaluate. • Apply.
PBL and CT Both PBL and CT are… • Student-centered (individualized). • Focused on creative processes. • Inquiry-based learning. • Reflective in nature.
Characteristics Together, they can be… • Flexible in scope (size). • Flexible in length of time. • Appropriate for all ages. • Individual or group work. • Motivating (fun)!
PBL #2, S. E. A. R. Video viewing tasks. . . 1) 2) 3) 4) Participants? Purpose? PBL? CT?
PBL-CT Guide At the *beginning* of the project, give students information about… • Project overview. • Goals. • Checklist or “road map. ” • Assessment.
Types of Goals The types of goals will determine the type(s) of assessment… • Language skills. • Content matter. • Procedural, mechanics. • Affective, behavioral.
Checklists should… • Match goals (categories, items). • Use clear statements. • Use positive tone/wording. • Follow a logical order. • Offer models, examples.
Management Tips Think in advance of ways to store project materials. Some Project Planner ideas… • Folders, envelopes, clips. • Boxes, trays, bags. • Stationary vs. mobile.
Surathampitak, Window Sills
Surathampitak, Tables & Shelves
Carts, Rolling Cases
Critical Thinking and Project-Based Learning (PBL) http: //thaiuo. uoregon. edu Cindy Kieffer Director of Academic Programs University of Oregon
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