1. Project Based Learning in the NAF Curriculum Laura Fidler Curriculum Specialist, NAF laura@naf.org 646 896 3866

2. KWL Chart What I Learned What I Know What I Want to Know

4. Location of culminating projects in NAF Curriculum and NAF website

7. 8 yrs. Elementary & 4 for high school

8. Standardized Curriculum

9. 180 instructional days

10. Agrarian Calendar

11. 8 subjectsThe Committee of Tenhttp://tmh.floonet.net/books/commoften/mainrpt.html

12. Project-Based Learning “……an extended inquiry process structured around complex, authentic questions and carefully designed products and tasks. (Source: Project Based Learning: A Guide to Standards-Focused Project Based Learning for Middle School and High School Teachers. Buck Institute for Education, 2003)

13. Lets begin with the end in mind! Ethics in Business What are the skills and knowledge needed to do this project?

14. Lets see some examples, shall we? What skills/knowledge must be mastered? How much advanced planning is involved? How much class time is devoted to the project? How does is fit within the course? What supports are needed in order to complete this project

16. Anticipation Guide

17. End of Course Project Video

18. Project Overview

20. KWL Chart What I Learned What I Want to Know What I Know As a result of this session, I’ve learned…… I still have questions about……. As a result of this session, I plan to……..