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CMSCE 2007-2008 Workshops
The Center for Mathematics, Science and Computer Education

Title: Project Based Learning
Course ID #: 032508

Time: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Date: Tuesday, March 25, 2008
Location: CMSCE lab
Cost: $195
Presenter(s): Lisa Thumann
Audience: Grade K-12 Teachers, Supervisors, Special Ed Teachers

Description:
Project based learning (PBL) allows students to use critical thinking skills to solve real-world problems. It integrates multiple disciplines; uses differentiated instructional strategies; fosters problem-solving, communication, and self management skills; engages and motivates bored or indifferent learners; and helps students to both “know” and “do.” Come to this workshop and learn the many benefits and strategies of implementing PBL in your classroom.

Objectives:
  • Define Project Based Learning and break it down into the different stages of planning, implementation and assessment
  • Share examples of exemplary projects
  • Make learning more exciting and fun!

    • Benefits:
  • 5 professional development hours
  • Free eBoard for one year (www.eBoard.com)
  • Access to the Centers' Project Based Learning eBoard with dozens of QUALITY educational websites all focused on PBL
  • An opportunity to meet and share ideas with educators from other districts

    • Click here to REGISTER FOR THIS WORKSHOP!