An Urban Adventure in Project-Based Learning
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The document outlines a presentation on project-based learning (PBL) titled 'An Urban Adventure' by Robyn Williams and Patrick Woessner, focusing on engaging students in urban renewal projects in St. Louis. Key elements of PBL discussed include driving questions, student choice, and assessments that emphasize critique and revision. The presentation also shares practical examples, resources, and a roadmap for the project, encouraging interdisciplinary learning and real-world applications.
An Urban Adventure in Project-Based Learning
- 1. An Urban Adventure in Project-Based Learning Robyn Williams and Patrick Woessner METC 2015
- 2. Presentation Resources • Slides: • Project Website: http://bit.do/urbanadventure • Contact info: – [email protected] – [email protected]
- 3. Background: From Field Trip to Project to Project-Based Learning
- 4. Background: From Field Trip to Project to Project-Based Learning
- 5. Background: From Field Trip to Project to Project-Based Learning Source: Built STL
- 6. Background: From Field Trip to Project to Project-Based Learning
- 7. Essential Elements of PBL • Driving Question • Significant Content • 21st Century Competencies • In-Depth Inquiry • Need to Know • Voice and Choice • Critique and Revision • Public Audience Project Based Learning is a teaching method in which students gain knowledge and skills by working for an extended period of time to investigate and respond to a complex question, problem, or challenge. Visit bie.org to learn more
- 8. Driving Question What do you see as a real and significant need for the city of St. Louis 20 years from now, and how can that need be met through urban renewal?
- 9. Significant Content Interdisciplinary Approach with clearly identified content knowledge and skills. History Science Languages English Math Technology Urban Adventure
- 10. Project Overview Complete project details available at http://urbanadventure2014.wikispaces.micds.org/
- 11. Voice and Choice Student choice about the products to be created, how they work, and how they use their time
- 12. Need to Know Gain knowledge, understand concepts, and apply skills to answer the Driving Question The Pruitt-Igoe Myth: An Urban History
- 13. Engaging Experts: Real World Examples Sustainable Construction Commercial Development Urban Renewal
- 14. Real World Examples: STL Projects MICDS STEM Building
- 15. Field Trip See downtown first-hand • Previewed the trip with a Google Earth Tour • Took Metrolink from Brentwood station • Lecture and walking tour with the Landmarks Association
- 17. Work Schedule • Special schedule for completing the project
- 18. Ah…Group Work
- 19. Assessment: Critique and Revision Process is as important as product • Requirements clearly articulated • Rubrics describe levels of mastery • Content-area experts for specific components • Frequent formative assessment and feedback • Individual vs. Group Grade
- 22. Questions? • Slides: • Project Website: http://bit.do/urbanadventure • Contact info: – [email protected] – [email protected]
- 23. Summit for Transformative Learning Hosted by MICDS, STLinSTL will feature three conference strands: • Amplifying STEM • Engaging Students in Designing and Creating • Understanding and Enhancing Learning Visit stlinstl.org for more information