2. What is PBL?
• Project based learning
is a student centered
approach to education.
• PBL allows for hands
on learning.
• PBL is based on current
curriculum and
educational standards.
3. How to Begin PBL
• Begin with a big
question.
– Open ended
– Problem to solve
– Multiple solutions
• Design a Plan
– Create a schedule
4. Throughout the Project
• Continuous assessment of progress is
essential.
• The teacher should provide constant
feedback.
• Evaluate the final product.
• Allow for students to display their work and
present their findings.
5. PBL and the Community
• Community leaders
can speak to and
guide the students.
• The community can
view displayed
student work.
• This can instill pride in
students and
community.
6. Student Benefits
• PBL develops useful job
skills.
• PBL promotes critical
thinking and problem
solving.
• PBL helps foster
collaboration skills.
• Students have a
personal relationship
with the project.
• Students develop
presentation skills.
7. References
• Apple in education. (n.d.). Retrieved from
http://www.apple.com/education/challeng e- based-learning/
• Edtopia Staff. (2007, October 19). What is project- based learning about?.
Retrieved from http://www.edutopia.org/project-based-learning-guide-
description
• Edtopia Staff. (2007, October 19). What is project- based learning
important?. Retrieved from http://www.edutopia.org/project-based-
learning-guide-importance
• Edtopia Staff. (2007, October 19). How does project based learning work?.
Retrieved from http://www.edutopia.org/project-based-learning-
guide-implementation
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