This document discusses using project based learning and a 2M7 grant to teach mathematics. It describes the key components of project based learning as critical thinking, collaboration, and communication. Project based learning is presented as the main course rather than a dessert or add-on, with the goal of teaching content through open-ended questions that require problem solving. The document also outlines opportunities the grant provides for both teachers and students, such as professional development for teachers and tutoring and summer programs for students.

1. JEJ MOORE
2014-2015
KNOCKIN’ IT
OUT OF
THE PARK
WITH PROJECT
BASED LEARNING
AND 2M7 GRANT

2. PBL COMPONENTS 3 C’s
CRITICAL THINKING
COLLABORATION
COMMUNICATION

3. PROJECT BASED LEARNING
VS. PROJECTS
• Main course not dessert
• The main course…
– Teaches specific content
– Is organized around open
ended questions
– Requires critical thinking,
problem solving, collaboration,
and communication

4. IN A PBL ENVIRONMENT, THE
TEACHER IS THE FACILITATOR AND
COACH.

5. 8 Essentials of PBL Article with
Working Examples

6. DoDEA Math Grant and 2M7 Project

7. 2M7 Goal: To increase the academic
achievement of students in mathematics
with a specific focus on military students

8. 2M7 OPPORTUNITIES FOR TEACHERS
• Participation in Professional Learning Opportunities
• Professional Development in STEM areas, Project Based
Learning, and 21st Century Skills
• Participation in Instructional Coaching Model

9. 2M7 OPPORTUNITIES FOR STUDENTS
• Access to Study Island Math
• Project Based Learning Activity development
• After School Math Tutoring (on Fort Lee)
• 2M7 Summer Program