- Discussion on what you need to keep in mind as you start the journey through Project-Based Learning (PBL).
- Discussion on the overall benefits of the PBL approach.
- Discussion on the benefits to students who participate in PBL.
- Discussion on what issues need to be considered in PBL approach.
- Discussion on New Technology High as an example of New Technology Model.
As I begin I would have to think of where I have used project based learning before in my classroom. Also I would have to keep in mind what I want to gain from using this and what I want my students to gain more than with regular learning. I have to keep in my mind the way I talk and engage with students, my classroom management style, the physical arrangement of my class, how I think about assessment, what artifacts of learning I collect and how I communicate with colleagues and parents. Some benefits of using the PBL approach are that students develop good communication skills, inquiry skills, learn to be flexible with work hours, develop a better understanding of how the world works, and the way they look at communication overall. Issues that need to be considered are parents' reservations. Some may think of it as they do video games and arcades. New technology high is an example of new technology model. They are beginning to use the project approach as a foundation and not just something added on. They are moving towards the whole school as a movement, which is important that everyone is pushing the students towards this collectively. They projects are make sure that students are involved in real world learning. New Technology High is an example of New Technology Models because it embodies these elements. This was overall a good read to have encountered and set me on the right track and in a good mindset of starting project based learning.
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ReplyDeleteI like that you brought up that you would have to keep in mind your classroom management style with project based learning. The traditional quiet classroom with students working at their seats independently would be counter-productive with this type of learning. How do you change your classroom management style to accommodate more interaction among the students without completely losing control of them then? I believe a lot of this has to do with what age students you have in your class and the general rowdiness of that particular group of students. Great post!
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ReplyDeleteI like that you thought up of ideas when you have used PBL in the past and explained the key points that have to be considered when using PBL. You mentioned that communication is a key factor and I would have to agree. Communication between student and teacher is very important in my opinion. The children need to be comfortable communicating with you as a teacher as they express their creative ideas. I also feel that parents being unsure of PBL is a major issue that needs to be considered, a lot of parents are unfamiliar with the teachings of PBL, so apprehension seems like it should be expected. Overall, I appreciate how your response was efficient and concise. Good job!