9 elements of Project based learning
Presentation for TECH 6763
START
Element 1
The Anchor
Example: How can we reduce plastic waste in our community?
Example: What are effective ways to encourage kids to exercise more?
The anchor is the central question, problem, or scenario that gives the project meaning and purpose. It connects learning to a real-world context.
Element 2
The Task
The task is the final product or outcome students are expected to create during the project.
Example: Students create a presentation, video, or proposal that shares their research and possible solutions.
Element 3
directions
Example: The teacher provides a rubric, timeline, and checklist for completing the project.
Directions provide clear expectations, steps, and guidelines that help students understand how to complete the project successfully.
Element 4
Student Choices
Students are given opportunities to make decisions about their learning, such as selecting topics, resources, or formats for presenting their work.
Example: Students choose whether to create a video, poster, slideshow, or website for their final project.
element 5
Student inquiry
Students investigate questions, research information, and explore ideas as they work through the project.
Example: Students gather information from articles, interviews, and videos to better understand the topic.
Element 6
collaboration and teamwork
Students work together to share ideas, divide responsibilities, and support one another throughout the project.
Example: Group members take on different roles such as researcher, designer, or presenter.
element 7
teacher coaching and feedback
The teacher guides students throughout the project by asking questions, providing feedback, and helping students improve their work.
Example: The teacher meets with groups to review progress and suggest ways to strengthen their project.
Element 8
Student Reflection
Example: Students write a short reflection about what they learned and what they would do differently next time.
Students think about what they learned, what challenges they faced, and how they improved during the project.
Element 9
Public Presentation
Students share their final work with an audience beyond the teacher, making the project more meaningful and authentic.
Example: Students present their projects to classmates, families, or community members.
Conclusion
thank you!
Presentation by Ruby Brenner
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Transcript
9 elements of Project based learning
Presentation for TECH 6763
START
Element 1
The Anchor
Example: How can we reduce plastic waste in our community?
Example: What are effective ways to encourage kids to exercise more?
The anchor is the central question, problem, or scenario that gives the project meaning and purpose. It connects learning to a real-world context.
Element 2
The Task
The task is the final product or outcome students are expected to create during the project.
Example: Students create a presentation, video, or proposal that shares their research and possible solutions.
Element 3
directions
Example: The teacher provides a rubric, timeline, and checklist for completing the project.
Directions provide clear expectations, steps, and guidelines that help students understand how to complete the project successfully.
Element 4
Student Choices
Students are given opportunities to make decisions about their learning, such as selecting topics, resources, or formats for presenting their work.
Example: Students choose whether to create a video, poster, slideshow, or website for their final project.
element 5
Student inquiry
Students investigate questions, research information, and explore ideas as they work through the project.
Example: Students gather information from articles, interviews, and videos to better understand the topic.
Element 6
collaboration and teamwork
Students work together to share ideas, divide responsibilities, and support one another throughout the project.
Example: Group members take on different roles such as researcher, designer, or presenter.
element 7
teacher coaching and feedback
The teacher guides students throughout the project by asking questions, providing feedback, and helping students improve their work.
Example: The teacher meets with groups to review progress and suggest ways to strengthen their project.
Element 8
Student Reflection
Example: Students write a short reflection about what they learned and what they would do differently next time.
Students think about what they learned, what challenges they faced, and how they improved during the project.
Element 9
Public Presentation
Students share their final work with an audience beyond the teacher, making the project more meaningful and authentic.
Example: Students present their projects to classmates, families, or community members.
Conclusion
thank you!
Presentation by Ruby Brenner