Lesson 1: Addressing Our Pre-Conceptions about PBL
Lesson Objectives
- Using pre-existing knowledge, participants will generate a definition of PBL in a Word document.
- After reading an article, participants will identify the essential elements of PBL by summarizing them in a Word Document.
- Using the original definition and summary of the essential elements, participants will reflect on their learning in a written response to the prompt provided.
Activity 1: Gauging What I Know
What do you already know or assume about Project-Based Learning? Use the link below to record your initial thoughts and a definition of PBL.
File:Lesson 1--Pre-Existing Knowledge.pdf
Activity 2: Reading and Summarizing
Read the article entitled 7 Essentials for Project-Based Learning.
7 Essentials for Project-Based Learning
Summarize the essential elements of PBL according to the article using the link below for 1.1 Summary of Reading.
File:1.1 Summary of Reading.pdf
Activity 3: Reflection
Write a reflection in which you discuss how the article changed and/or enriched your understanding of the essential elements of PBL. Use the link below for 1.1 Reflection.
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