PBL+Tool+Box

=PBLTool Box=


 * What is project-based learning?**


 * http://www.edutopia.org/project-based-learning-overview
 * http://www.edutopia.org/beginning-journey-five-year-olds-drive-their-own-pbl-projects
 * http://www.edutopia.org/toad-tracking


 * What are some characteristics of project-based learning?**
 * Project addresses curriculum standards
 * Project is multidisciplinary
 * Poses a problem or essential question that guides student learning
 * Real-world or authentic connection for students
 * Allow some student choice of topic
 * Teacher acts as a facilitator
 * Students conduct research using multiples sources of information
 * Project extends over a considerable period of time
 * Project requires the design and development of a product, presentation, or performance to be used or viewed by others
 * Project is collaborative in nature
 * Promotes higher-level thinking


 * What are some benefits of project-based learning?**
 * Increased student motivation
 * Increased problem-solving ability
 * Improved research skills
 * Improved social skills
 * Improved resource-management and time-management skills
 * Promotes life-long learning
 * Accommodates students with varying learning styles and differences
 * Allows for authentic assessment