Design real-world learning experiences Course Overview
Explore strategies such as project-based learning, design thinking, place-based learning, inquiry-based learning, passion projects and more to co-design more real-world learning experiences with learners.
COURSE MODULES
Modules will include videos, lessons, reflection activities, checks for understanding, additional resources and a performance task to apply what you learn.
| MODULE | WHAT YOU’LL BE ABLE TO DO |
|---|---|
| Module 1 Introduction |
Answer what is authentic learning, why it is important and how real-world learning experiences are more authentic? |
| Module 2 Tackle real-world problems |
Design a project-based learning or design thinking experience that specifically works on critical thinking, creativity or collaborative problem-solving and is related to a local or global issue. |
| Module 3 Co-design interdisciplinary projects |
Design a project-based learning or design thinking experience that incorporates more than one content area. |
| Module 4 Embed reflection |
Re-design a learning experience to incorporate more student reflection. |
| Module 5 Reflection |
Reflect on practices |
Course Competencies
Tackle real-world problems
I codesign learning experiences in which learners solve authentic local and global issues while building content-based knowledge and skills such as critical thinking, creativity and collaborative problem-solving.
Co-design Interdisciplinary projects
I co-design collaborative, cross-curricular projects with learners, to develop content area knowledge and skills that apply beyond school.
Embed reflection
I embed reflection opportunities throughout the learning experience to support the learning process.
Course Enrollment
Enrollment includes:
- 1 year of access to the course in the Thinkific platform
- Access to an online community of learner-centered educators.
- Access to team members available to answer questions within 48 hours.
- Certificate of completion upon finishing course
Questions? Email learning@learnercentered.org
Course Credit Options
MICRO-CREDENTIALS
Earn a Digital Promise micro-credential—a digital certification verifying your competence in a specific skill or set of skills.
CONTINUING EDUCATION UNITS
Upon approval of your performance task receive 1.5 quarter units of post-baccalaureate, salary-scale applicable credit offered by UCSD.
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