Interdisciplinary Project BasedLearning Interdisciplinary Project Based Learning Inclass

Interdisciplinary Project Based-Learning

Interdisciplinary Project. Based Learning In-class time will be provided: (Due: February 11 th, 2009) Your staff group will explore a crosscurricula topic to achieve specific outcomes/objectives identify resources to plan for Project-Based Learning

Your Assignment Environment focus as a school, grade levels or specific grade Share your ideas in your specific area of expertise and design an interdisciplinary project Your product will be posted on the EPS 350 Blog

What is PBL? “Project 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. ” PBL Edutopia

What is PBL? Real-life applications Student-centered Higher-level thinking skills Students learn problem-solving and research skills

Required Textbook: Case, Roland et al. (2004) Active Citizenship: Student Action Projects Roland Case et al, (2004)

Why Use PBL? In your staff groups, identify reasons WHY 5 minutes Be prepared to answer upon receiving the ball!

Why Use PBL? Acquire important abilities and dispositions Increase understanding of curricula content Establish sense of personal and collective efficacy Contribute to the betterment of society

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Picturing the Possibilities Start exploring websites that have step-by-step instructions, video clips and samples of PBL at all grade levels Think of all the possibilities to make learning exciting for your learners!

Designing Effective Project Based Learning to Engage Learners PBL Online Video Library Intel: Designing Effective Projects Project Based Learning Articles from Edutopia

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Group Discussion Do you see any problems? Where do you start? Essential Question: What can I do to affect the future? What factors might a teacher consider before formally deciding to undertake a social action project?

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