Project-based learning engages students in exploring real-world problems through active learning. Students develop confidence and self-direction as they work collaboratively on authentic projects connected to real life. Research supports project-based learning's alignment with constructivism and multiple intelligences theory. When implemented effectively using driving questions, assessments, mapping, and process management, project-based learning can increase student motivation, problem-solving skills, collaboration skills, and learning outcomes while supporting technology integration standards.

1. Project-Based Learning for our Digital LearnersWhy Teach with Project Learning?By – Susan Webb

2. What is Project-Based Learning?Students explore real-world problems and challengesActive and engaged learningStudents develop confidence and self-direction

3. What is Project-Based Learning?Authentic learning connecting to real-life issuesEffective way to integrate technology into the curriculum

4. Characteristics of Project-Based LearningProjects form the centerpiece of the curriculumStudents engage in authentic real-world activities

5. Characteristics of Project-Based LearningStudents work collaboratively to solve problemsTechnology is integrated as a tool for discovery, collaboration and communication

6. Research Supporting PBLConstructivism Learning Theory –focuses on “doing rather than receiving”Howard Gardner’s Multiple Intelligences theoryInquiry-Based Learning

7. Research Supporting PBLStudents are engaged in cooperative learning and collaborative problem solvingParallel between project-based learning and process writing.

8. Benefits of Project-Based LearningIncrease motivationIncreased problem-solving abilityImproved library research skillsIncreased collaborationIncreased resource-management skills

9. Benefits of Project-Based LearningSupports the National Educational Technology StandardsStudents, Teachers,and Administrators

10. Design Principal #1Begin with the end in MindDevelop a Project IdeaDecide the Scope of the ProjectSelect StandardsIncorporate OutcomesCreate the Optimal Learning Environment

11. Design Principal # 2 Craft the Driving QuestionWhat is a Driving Question?Generate the Driving QuestionRefine the Driving QuestionUse Standards to Develop a Driving Question.

12. Design Principal # 3 Plan the AssessmentAlign Products with OutcomesKnow What to AssessUse Rubrics

13. Design Principal # 4 Map the ProjectOrganize Tasks and ActivitiesLaunch the ProjectGather ResourcesDraw a Storyboard

14. Design Principal # 5 Manage the ProcessShare Project Goals with StudentsUse Problem-Solving ToolsUse Checkpoints and MilestonesPlan for Evaluation and Reflection

15. Technology Tools ConsiderationsTake inventory of what technology is availableInclude training on how to use the hardware/softwareLearn the Web 2.0 tools

16. Resources for Project-Based LearningReinventing Project-Based Learning, Suzie Boss and Jane Krauss, 2007 ISTEDesign Principals for Project-Based Learning Designing your ProjectISTE – Project Based Learning