Included in this course is a Project-Based Learning Experience Design Planner. As you complete each course module, you'll gather examples, tools, and resources to design a PBL experience your learners will love.
The planner is built to support you in designing meaningful, learner-centered experiences from idea to implementation. Grounded in the principles of backward design, it guides you in creating learning that is personalized, competency-based, and authentic, while intentionally developing learner-centered mindsets and building a thriving learner-centered learning community.
Course Overview
Module 1 Overview
Reflection on Your Own Learning Journey
Why Project-Based Learning?
What is the Difference Between a Project and Project-Based Learning?
Elements of Learner-Centered Project-Based Learning Experiences
The Phases of Project-Based Learning: The Learning Experience Design Cycle
Putting it all Together
Additional Resources
Module 2: Overview
Where do Projects Come From?
Project Seeds
Developing Your Project Sense
Putting it all Together
Additional Resources
Module 3 Overview
Clarify Learning Outcomes
Public Products
The Power of an Authentic Audience
Plan Aligned Assessments
Essential Question
Launch
Putting it all Together
Module 4: Overview
Community Connected
Learner Voice & Choice
Collaboration
Agency & Project Management
Additional Resources
Try It Out! Performance Task
Reflect and Connect
Module 5: Overview
Feedback & Cycles of Iteration
Reflection
Ensuring Equitable Access & Cultivating a Sense of Belonging
Additional Resources
Try It Out! Performance Task
Reflect and Connect
Module 6 Overview:
Pre-Mortem
Seek Out Feedback
Final Reflections
Connect
Course Feedback
Congratulations!
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At the conclusion of this course, you will walk away with five key outcomes.
Distinguish between "Doing Projects" and Project-Based Learning
Gain inspiration for projects from the field and in their own communities
Assess why Project-Based Learning is an effective learner-centered strategy
Identify the elements of a quality learner-centered Project-Based Learning experience
Design a Project-Based Learning experience
“Excellent course that cuts right to the heart of facilitating collaborative learning. Laser-focused with a ton of resources.”
Ben Curtiss, Teacher
“For those struggling to identify effective group dynamics and establish accountability in those groups, regardless of the learning methodology being utilized, this course will enhance your tool belt and improve your confidence in eliciting meaningful and authentic learning from all students.”
Parker Collins, Teacher and Administrator
“This was one of the most productive asynchronous courses I've taken. It was a good mix of learning, examples, and taking action to help my class this week (or next). I want to review it again through the lens of adult learning to help me better shape professional learning for teachers at my school.”
Alden Thorpe, Gifted & Talented Specialist, Computer Science Specialist
Start with The Learner-Centered Launchpad
