Class newsletter outlining our latest project

1. To be or not to be…A Project-Based Learning Experience Christopher Jacks

2. What is Project-Based Learning? Project-based Learning (PBL) is the use of classroom projects to bring about deeper more engaged learning in students. Students use technology and inquiry to investigate issues that are relevant to their lives. Students become more independent learners.

3. To be or not to be… Do decisions we make today impact our health tomorrow? Is prevention the best way to preserve our health? What is the definition of disease? What benefits do we get from exercise? What is a balanced diet?

4. Summary of unit Students will investigate different ways to prevent disease processes in the body by exploring exercise, diet, and risk factors. Students will then present their findings to the class in the form of a poster presentation.

5. Everybody plays a part! My role as a teacher is to guide the learning of your children throughout this unit. Your role as parent is to support the learning of your children throughout this unit. The role of the student’s is to openly accept the challenge of learning new information.

6. The effort will be worthwhile This unit will present students with information about leading a healthy lifestyle. A healthy lifestyle leads to a long healthy life.

7. Learning Standards and Objectives Alabama Learning Standard: Students will be able to analyze the short-term and long-term consequences of personal health decisions. Objectives: Describe a well-balanced diet. State the benefits of exercise. Understand risk factors in various populations and the essentials of how to manage them.

8. Contact me with any questions or concerns. Christopher Jacks Physical Education Office Phone: (205) 555-0909 E-mail: cdjacks@crimson.ua.edu