The document discusses project-based learning and integrating 21st century skills. It outlines the rationale for using project-based learning, including allowing students to develop deep knowledge and critical thinking skills. It also describes common elements of effective projects, such as aligning them with standards and assessing students. The document then discusses instructional approaches for projects and outlines various 21st century skills, including learning and innovation skills, information/media/technology skills, and life and career skills.

1. Project-Based Learning Integrating 21 st Century Skills www.intel.com/education/video/pbl/content.htm

5. Projects provide opportunities for students to construct their own knowledge… What’s the difference between inquiry-based and problem-based learning? Discuss at your table group. Share. Constructivism Students construct their own understanding and knowledge of the world through experiments, experience & reflection. Inquiry-Based Learning Students construct understanding based on a “ need or want to know.” Problem-Based Learning Students develop solutions to specific and complex problems. Project-Based Learning Students work in groups seeking multiple sources of information and creating authentic products.

8. that being said… Let’s take a closer look at what 21 st century skills are and how we can integrate them into our projects…

9. Overview of 21 st Century Skills http://www.21stcenturyskills.org/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=254&Itemid=119