Project Based Learning Techniques

Project Based Learning Techniques Module 1
Risk Taking and Collaboration Skills
Children’s brains are wired for creativity. In order to promote inquiry and to think outside the box, you must be willing to take some risks. The first module of our course discusses ways to establish a culture of creativity and ways to promote collaboration skills with both teachers and peers.

• Simple but Not Too Simple
• Schools Kill Creativity
• Establish a Culture of Inquiry and Creativity
• Teaching Collaboration Skills
• Friction is Key

Project Based Learning Techniques Module 2
Creating Your Project Based Learning Vision
Knowing what content to focus on during project based learning can be a challenge. This module discusses the basis of High Impact Content and how it lends itself to overall student success. We’ll also describe how to create a vision for your project that is realistic, achievable, and engaging for students. 

• Project Based Learning Worthy Content
• Create a Vision for Your Project
• Projects vs. Project Based Learning
• Wrap the Learning in Inquiry

Students Need Engaging Context for Their Work Project Based Learning Techniques Module 3
Assessment and Feedback
Once you’ve implemented PBL content, you’ll need a way to track student progress and assess overall learning. This module discusses how to track if individual students have developed skills and demonstrate understanding of content. We’ll also describe ways to give appropriate student feedback that will continue to facilitate learning.

• Shift the Ownership of Assessment
• Facilitate a Progress Assessment Tool
• Student Learning
• Conferencing and Feedback

Project Based Learning Techniques Module 4
Guarantee Understanding and Reflection
Our last module helps guide you in creating an environment that is centered on the learner. We’ll discuss the need for summative assessments, proper reflection, and publishing techniques.

• Integrate Direct Instruction as Necessary
• Guarantee Understanding
• Summative Assessments
• Finish Off Your Project in Style
• Reflection and Publishing