Project-Based+Learning

=Project-Based Learning: Pedagogy that Works=

Bears Professional Growth Academy Agenda:


 * 12:30-12:45 Introductions**


 * 12:45-1:15 Metacognitive Reflection:**
 * "What is learning?"
 * "What are traits/qualities of learning experiences that improve learning?"
 * "What are factors/conditions that hinder learning?"
 * "What is the purpose of school?"


 * 1:15-2:00 Discussion:**
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 * "What is 21st Century Learning?"
 * "How has technology changed how we administer curriculum?"
 * "How has technology changed the curriculum we have?"
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 * "Why do we organize schools in the way we do?"
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 * 2:00-2:15 Overview of Constructivism**
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 * [|Links to sites on constructivism]


 * 2:15-3:45 Project-Based Learning**

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 * Overview**
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 * [|PBL Research Summary: Studies Validate Project-Based Learning]
 * [|The Mindset of Project-Based Learning]
 * [|Student-Centered Learning]


 * Project-Based Schools: Full Immersion Model**
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 * [|Edvisions Schools]


 * Project-Based Courses: Partial Immersion Model**
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 * Project-Based Projects: Individual Assessment Model**
 * [|Inquiry Project Proposal Form] - Used in 2005-2007 at Fridley ALC. Was most effective for credit recovery.
 * ====[|Project Based Learning]====


 * Project-Based Projects: Canned Project Model**
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 * [|WebQuests.org]
 * [|QuestGarden]
 * ====[|iEARN Projects]====
 * ====[|ThinkQuest]====
 * ====[|BIE.org Project Based Learning Resources]====
 * [|Bob Pearlman: Project-Based Learning]


 * 3:45-4:00 Closing Discussion**


 * Further Resources:**

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 * Black, P., & Wiliam, D. (1998). [|Inside the Black Box]. //Phi Delta Kappan//, //80//(2), 139. Retrieved Monday, April 30, 2007 from the Academic Search Premier database.
 * Brooks, J. G., & Brooks, M. G. (2003) //[|In search of understanding: The case for constructivist classrooms.]// Alexandria, VA: The Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development.
 * Caine, R. N. & Caine, G. (1991). //[|Making connections: Teaching and the human brain.]// Alexandria VA: The Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development.
 * The Center For Comprehensive School Reform and Improvement. (2007, January). A Teacher's guide to differentiated instruction. Learning Point Associates. Retrieved March 27th, 2009 from [|http://eric.ed.gov/ERICWebPortal/contentdelivery/servlet/ERICServle...]
 * Costa, Arthur L and Bena Kallick (2004). //[|Launching Self-Directed Learners.]// Educational Leadership, 62(1), 51-57.
 * Covington, M. (2000). [|Intrinsic Versus Extrinsic Motivation in Schools: A Reconciliation.] Current Directions in Psychological Science, 9(1), 22-25. Retrieved Wednesday, April 19, 2006 from the Academic Search Premier database.
 * Hmelo-Silver, Cindy E. (2004). [|Problem-Based Learning: What and How Do Students Learn?] [|Educational Psychology Review]. [|Volume 16, Number 3 / September, 2004.]
 * Langer, E. J. (1987). How students learn. //The Journal of the Harvard-Danforth Center, January 1987//, v. 2. 18-21.
 * Levine, Mel (2003). [|Celebrating Diverse Minds.] Educational Leadership, 61(2), 12-18.
 * Lindelow, John. (1983). The Emerging Science of Individualized Instruction. A Survey of Findings on Learning Styles, Brain Research, and Learning Time with Implications for Administrative Action. ERIC Clearinghouse on Educational Management, Eugene, OR. Retrieved March 26th, 2009 from [|http://eric.ed.gov/ERICDocs/data/ericdocs2sql/content_storage_01/00...]
 * Lowman, J. (1990). //Promoting// //motivation and learning. College Teaching//, 38(4), 136. Retrieved Wednesday, April 19, 2006 from the Academic Search Premier database.
 * McTighe, J. & Wiggins, G. (2005) [|Understanding by design, expanded second edition.] Alexandria, VA: Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development (ASCD)
 * National Research Council (2000). [|How people learn. Brain, mind, experience and school.] Washington, DC: National Academy Press.
 * Smith, K.A., Johnson, D.W., Johnson, R.W., and Sheppard, S.D.(2005) [|Pedagogies of engagement: Classroom-based practices]. Journal of Engineering Education, Vol. 94, No. 1.

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