project-based learning elements

project-based learning elements

INDEX

anchor

task

collaboration and teamwork

directions

teacher coaching anf feedback

student choices

student reflection

student inquiry

piblic presentation

1. anchor

what is it?

- An anchor is an introduction to a project that provides a real-world connection from the project to authentic situations that may happen outside of school

2. task

ways the teacher can help students understand the task

• showing examples
• explaining requirements
• giving a rubric
• help students start the project

- A task narrows and focuses project work by providing a specific item to complete

3. Directions

• directions give students more guidance for their end goal.
• directions let students know what to do in order to stay on task and not fall behind.

4. Student choices

Format for the task

Steps to take to complete the project

Group members roles and responsibilities

Information resources to use

5.student inquiry

• Student inquiry means that students themselves are finding and evaluating information to help them complete a project

• this is the element where majority of the learning happens.

Info

6. collaboration and teamwork

TAP HERE!

• through this, students learn leadership and interpersonal skills
• students can earn a individual and group grade

7. Teacher coaching and feedback

teachers coach students so they know what they can improve on.

teacher gives feedback after project is completed

Teacher gives feedback during the project

8. student reflection

• Students should reflect as groups and individuals
• gets students thinking about what went well or what didnt go well
• helps guide them in future projects

9. public presentation

• this is the part of the project where students share their new understandimng of the topic
• provide a meaningful way for students to showcase their work

The end!

why relect?

• reflection can help gauge how well the students did on the project for both the student and teacher
• helps the teacher see what he/she needs to review with the class
• helps students on future assignments similar to the one they've been given.

• Coaching can happen during the entire project period.
• This helps students learn the most through the project.

information resourses students could use for inquiry would be books, periodicals, and websites.