Project-Based Learning: Learning Through Projects
A Project-Based Learning Cheat Sheet by TeachThought Staff Like most buzzwords in education, “authenticity” isn’t a new idea. For decades, teachers have sought to make student learning “authentic” by looking to the “real world”–the challenges, technology, and communities that students care about and connect with daily. You’ve probably been encouraged in the past to design […]
How I Connect Students Through Project-Based Learning by Rachelle Dene Poth
8 Needs For Project-Based Learning In The 21st Century by Terry Heick We recently offered a definition of project-based learning, and looked at keys to designing Project-Based Learning. We also have looked at the difference between “doing projects” and project-based learning, various project-based learning resources, project-based learning apps, and offered ways for using an iPad in Project-Based […]
Ep. 75 Sustainability And Project-Based Learning Drew Perkins talks with Chief Innovation Officer for EcoRise in Austin, Texas, Richard Kincaid, about their work with teachers to design and develop PBL that focuses on teaching environmental literacy, social innovation and hands-on design skills. Links & Resources Mentioned In This Episode: EcoRise EcoRise on Facebook How The Culture Of Achievement […]
7 Questions To Guide Your PBL Implementation Plan by Drew Perkins, Director of TeachThought PD Grow your school with TeachThought PD Project-Based Learning Workshops It’s that time of year again where the students are walking out the door for the summer and the gears of next year start accelerating. Spring and late summer (in the […]
Are you ready to deepen your teaching? Are you excited to use Project-Based Learning to empower students? Join us at TeachThought PBL #Grow17 and develop your understanding, connect with teachers, and enjoy what Louisville, Kentucky has to offer in your downtime! Dayna Laur will show you how to design authentic learning experiences that bridge the […]
Facilitating For Inquiry In PBL With #GrowChat by Drew Perkins, Director of TeachThought PD As our summer professional learning event, TeachThought PBL #Grow17, draws closer we’re excited about the different ways we can engage with our audience around the focus of PBL and Inquiry. In this spirit we invite you to join us in a […]
How #Grow17 Can Change Your Classroom Or School Next Year by Drew Perkins, Director of TeachThought PD Register for PBL #Grow17 >> Many years ago I taught in a middle school across the hall from a math teacher named Jim who perennially joked as the students walked out his door on the last day of classes, “next year will […]