Problem+Based+Learning

=**Cool Tools and Hot Topics: Problem Based Learning**=
 * Facilitated by: Gail Holmes**
 * Room: BB&T**

According to (ASCD), Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development, Problem-Based Learning provides authentic experiences that promote active learning, support knowledge construction and naturally integrate school learning and real life. PBL begins with a real world based question that is answered through research and completion of a project. Working in small groups, students collaborate to design parameters to gather information to complete the project. Research shows that PBL improves student knowledge and retention, motivation, problem-solving skills, and the ability to skillfully apply knowledge in new situations. PBL answers the age old question "When will I ever use this"? or "Why do I need to know this"? This session will look at PBL and how it can be used to experience rich learning environments and connect students to real world learning opportunities.
 * Overview **

Provide an overview of project based learning and help teachers improve student achievement through rigorous, authentic projects that address academic standards as well as the development of 21st century skills.
 * Goals **

At the conclusion of this session, participants will have a working definition of problem based learning and strategies for designing authentic tasks that meet learning goals and assess student mastery of content.
 * Learning Outcomes **

**Essential Question**: How can a Project-Based Inquiry approach to learning promote authentic, informal and independent learning within and outside traditional educational environments?


 * Creating a working definition of PBL? **

Click to open the Data Collection Document and create your personal working definition.

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 * Designing Authentic Tasks?**