Slideshow on Project Based Learning

1. Project-Based Learning
Mandy Valenzuela
4th Grade Teacher
Park Dale Lane Elementary School

2. PBL Defined…
Student inquiry in response to an intricate
problem, question or challenge.
Students learn key academic content from the rigor
involved in these projects
Students use 21st century skills
3 C’s (Communication, Collaboration & Critical Thinking)

3. Fundamentals for PBL
Organized around open-ended question or challenge
Begin with the vision of an end product to create a
“Need to know” frame of mind
Inquiry to learn and create something new
Critical thinking, problem solving, collaboration, and
communication are required

4. Fundamentals for PBL Continued
Some element of student voice and choice
Integrates feedback and revision
End result is a publicly presented product or
performance

5. Reason to Use PBL
Deeper understanding of concepts and standards
Build essential workplace skills and lifelong learning
practices
Motivates students who may find school meaningless
or boring
Allows students to address various topics like:
community issues, career paths, technology, etc.

6. How can you use PBL
You may use as primary instructional method
You may use occasionally during school year.
Projects very in length, so you can choose to meet
your time needs
Can be effective at all grade levels and with all topics

7. References
The Buck Instutitute for Education. (2011). Project Based Learning for 21st
Century Learning
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