Introduction to Project Based Learning

Introduction to Project Based Learning

From Ideation to Implementation, Bring PBL to Your Learner-Centered Classroom

Single Course: $100

Type: Online

Duration: 10 hours

Course Credit Options

Option for continuing education credits with UCSD: $150
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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Outcomes: Participants will…

Distinguish between Doing Projects and Project Based Learning
Gain inspiration for projects from the field and in their own communities
Assess why PBL is an effective learner-centered strategy
Identify the elements of a quality learner-centered project-based learning experience
Design a Project Based Learning experience

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Course Overview

In this course participants will take on a learning challenge and reflect on their own learning experience. You will also dive into the elements that make a great project-based learning experience and distinguish them from traditional projects. Participants will be guided through the process to design a project-based learning experience with the goal of making learning more authentic but also personalized and competency-based.

Course Modules

Modules will include videos, lessons, reflection activities, checks for understanding, additional resources and a performance task to apply what you learn.

6 Modules

37 Lessons & Activities

Module 1:Introduction to Project-Based Learning

Course Introduction
Why Project-Based Learning?
What is the Difference Between a Project and Project-Based Learning?
Elements of Learner-Centered Project-Based Learning
Additional Resources
Try it out in Your Classroom
Reflect & Connect

Module 2: Project Inspiration

Where do Projects Come From?
Project Seeds
Developing Your Project Sense
Additional Resources
Try it out in Your Classroom
Reflect & Connect

Module 3:Build the Project Foundation

Real-World Learning
Outcomes & Aligned Assessments
Essential Question
Can You Spot the Essential Question?
Project Launch
Try it out in Your Classroom
Reflect & Connect

Module 4:Facilitating Effective, Community- Connected Projects

Community Connected
Learner Voice & Choice
Collaboration
Agency & Project Management
Additional Resources
Try it out in Your Classroom
Reflect & Connect

Module 5:Amplifying Projects with Feedback and Reflection

Feedback & Cycles of Iteration
Reflection
Ensuring Equitable Access & Cultivating a Sense of Belonging
Additional Resources
Try it out in Your Classroom
Reflect & Connect

Module6:Reflecting and Planning for Implementation

Pre-Mortem
Seek Out Feedback
Final Reflections
Connect

Course Enrollment

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

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