Effective Professional Learning: More Essential Than Ever
[…] above, we are passionate for chances to come alongside a school or district and design strategic plans for shifting to competency-based education (CBE) and/or project-based learning ( PBL). And this side of the pandemic, we are even more excited to see educators personalize their practice for each student. We predict more will use this […]
Preparing Students to be Financially Literate
[…] their expenses and many more authentic and real-world tasks, while connecting it to the content they are learning. Another idea is to consider doing project-based learning ( PBL) and cross-curricular collaborations. For example, present students with a problem that has some challenges. Then have students create a product, start a business and develop a […]
Learning at the Concourse: Crosstown High
[…] exercises such as “expert interviews” with community partners and PechaKucha presentations. Students’ capstone work ultimately culminates in advocacy campaigns and project showcases (one of the keys to high-quality PBL). These experiences are built upon a foundation of competency-based learning, which has given weight to many of the experiences students engage in. When asked what her […]
Ed Leaders: Your Path Out of COVID to a Radically Better Future Is Hiding in Plain Sight
[…] they needed to prioritize learning approaches during shutdowns that still supported their graduate profile. A quarter of its teachers were proficient in project-based learning but to take PBL districtwide, in remote learning, would require teacher-to-teacher collaboration and support. The solution: “Shelby Speaks,” a reimagining of professional learning that empowered any teacher in the district to […]
It’s Time to Reassess Our Understanding of the 4Cs
[…] cultural influences over their ability to create, communicate, collaborate, and critically think? Communication The performative features of communication are paramount in project-based learning. That’s why most communication rubrics in PBL settings focus on oral presentations. The influence of culture on students’ ability to score highly on a presentation rubric should be obvious but most of us […]
Linking Global Knowledge, Project-Based Learning and the Pandemic: One School’s Journey
[…] presenting the culminating project to a public audience. The current situation has allowed one western New York Charter School the opportunity to take the key elements of PBL and create a whole school (grades 9-12) project-based learning opportunity done through shared learning using technology in a fully online school setting. The school led by teacher […]
The Increasing Role of Artificial Intelligence in Our Lives
[…] opportunities for students in our schools and also connect them with global possibilities for learning and challenging themselves based on personal interests. By providing options such as PBL or genius hour, we can create more opportunities for students to become the creators of their own AI. Sixth grade students in San Jose created the […]
iLEAD’s Equity Task Force Takes A Stand Against Racial Injustice, Inequality
[…] foster mutual accountability and support to help each other to grow individually and collectively.” In the end, iLEAD will have begun the journey to answer a true PBL essential question of the work: In what ways can I become more aware of bias-based beliefs and take action to minimize the negative impact on myself […]
Evolving Through Connections, Feedback, and Relevancy
[…] or think math is irrelevant. Foundational skills are absolutely necessary, but learners won’t master them without the motivation to practice and guidance to improve. Design Thinking, Project-Based Learning ( PBL), and Challenge Based Learning (CBL) are inquiry-driven pedagogical methods that are learner-centered, taking what research proves is best for teaching and learning while also allowing us to design […]
Supporting Statewide Change Through Microgrants to Families
[…] engaging experienced practitioners. For more information on the coalition contact Caroline. For more, see: 3 Ways Leaders Can Create the Conditions for Deeper Learning Choosing the Right Tools for Amplifying Learning Through PBL A Path to Higher Education and Employment for Refugees Stay in-the-know with innovations in learning by signing up for the weekly Smart Update.
