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From short activity to DEEP Learning Experience: The importance of a Driving/ Essential Question
Think about one of the most engaging activities you experienced as a learner. Mine was the 'egg drop'; a simple challenge to protect an egg from...
Episode 17: #NotGoingBack: Making Hybrid Learning More Collaborative and Learner-Centered w/ Betzy Orenos
With the move to hybrid and blended learning environments, collaboration and co-creation can now occur across multiple mediums. Yet many teachers...
From ‘Sage on Stage’ to ‘Guide on the Side’: How to Become a Facilitator of Learning Experiences
Last Friday I went for my daily jog along the harbour. Except, this afternoon, there was nothing 'usual' about it. The group of students pictured...
Episode 16: How to Create ‘Real World Learning Experiences’ w/ Dave Strudwick
Ever have a student say, 'When will I use this in the REAL WORLD?' It's their attempt to connect learning in our classrooms to the things that...
Code Day: Building Creative, Collaborative, Computer Programmers in less than 24 hours
This PBL case study is from Elio Grieco, Founder/CEO of EGX and partner for CodeDay Phoenix. Learn more about Elio at egx.org. The Background After...
How to Create ‘Learner-Centered’ Classrooms: One ??Step at a Time
Which picture above most closely resembles your classroom? I want to tell you an embarrassing story about a time I almost lost my neighbour's dog....
Episode 15: Micro-Schools and Future ‘Learner-Centered’ Environments w/ Tanya Sheckley
How do we create more learner-centered environments and accelerate innovation in education? Small learning pods, blended environments, and...
Episode 14: Succeeding with Online Projects for Early Childhood Learners – create ‘WOW’ and ‘Wonder’
When learning went remote, most teachers put project-based experiences on hold. It was just too hard for them to make online learning as hands-on,...
How to Develop More Reflective Learners: 10 Questions to Ask
Pictured above is a group of my friends reflecting on a day that included meditation, vegan meals, mandalas, and calligraphy. Each of us had a...
Episode 13: From Teacher-Led to Learner-Centered Experiences and Environments with Luna Rey
How do we move from teacher- led learning to facilitated and learner-led environments? Luna Rey, a former High Tech High School student and now...
3 Year School Roadmap for Developing Student-Centered Learning Experiences
It's the beginning of a new school year and I am wondering as a leader where project-based learning fits into your overall strategic plan. One...
Episode 12: What is Beautiful Work? How to curate professional, beautiful work in PBL experiences with Matt Neylon
Matt Neylon, Director of Visual and Performing Arts at Mount Vernon High School has students exhibiting beautiful, professional work on a weekly...
Building Momentum for PBL: Gaining Buy- In from Students, Parents, Teachers and Administrators at Your School
Ever feel like this guy? I know I did. I had just arrived in Suzhou, China at Etonhouse International School after leaving my 3 year dream job at...
How to Build Community Connections for Project-Based Experiences
Where's the starting point for student-centered learning experiences? It's tempting to try and hit a home run right out of the gates. Tackle a...
Episode 11: Fostering Collaboration and Managing Student Teams in PBL with Kristin Damburger
You know that 'buzz' you hear when you walk into a high-functioning classroom, with students moving and working seamlessly from task to task in...
Project-Based Learning Student Evaluation Form
How do you reflect on Project-Based Experiences? While I hope you provide students ongoing opportunities throughout the project for reflection,...
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