2. Project Based Learning is a teaching method in which
students gain knowledge and skills by working for an
extended period of time to investigate and respond
to an authentic, engaging and complex question,
problem, or challenge.
Project Based Learning
3. In the 21st century workplace and in college, success
requires more than basic knowledge and skills.
In a project, students learn how to take initiative and
responsibility, build their confidence, solve problems,
work in teams, communicate ideas, and manage
themselves more effectively.
Why is project based learning?
5. Projects allow students opportunities to:
Develop in-depth knowledge of a topic
Use critical thinking skills
Make real-world connections
Demonstrate understanding through products
Use technology
Rationale for Student Projects
6. 21st century skills are developed throughout the
project
Important questions focus the project
Ongoing assessment informs the students and
teacher
Varied instructional strategies engage all learners
The needs of students with varying needs and abilities
are met
Effective Projects Have
Common Elements…
7. Read critically
Write persuasively
Work collaboratively
Think creatively
Solve complex problems
Manage information
– Using digital technology
– Using communication tools
Using 21st Century Skills,
students will…
8. Student-Centered
– Choosers
– Designers
Self-Directed
Discover-Apply-Present
Collaborate
Use multiple sources of information
Use 21st Century Skills
Make Real-World Connections
Instructional Approaches…
Editor's Notes
self-di·rect·ed showing initiative and the ability to organize oneself.
Collaborate work jointly with the group and develop in them the so called cooperation, coordination and teamwork.
Real-world connections allows students to actually experience or practice concepts and skills, as opposed to learning that is theoretical or idealistic.