Promoting+the+Use+of+21st+Century+Technology+Through+Project+Based+Learning

Presenter: Dayna Laur/ Central York Time: 10:30 - 11:15 Room: Contact: dlaur@cysd.k12.pa.us

__Description of Presentation__

Project-based learning provides students with the skills necessary to compete in the 21st Century world. Real-world, authentic learning will be discussed and the potential uses of many Web 2.0 tools will be reviewed. Examples of PBL units will be covered and opportunities for collaboration in upcoming PBL units will be promoted.

http://laurprofessional.wikispaces.com

Blog Notes:
~ Began with an explanation of how she got involved with PBL and how well students respond to it. ~ Has moved beyond just using text and formalized tests ~ PBL started in the medical community, has been around for a long time ~ Check out the wikispace above for more explanations ~ Students help determine their direction, are given choices (teacher provides general direction) ~ There is a lot of collaboration as well as individual grades ~ One topic… the Stimulus package compared to the Great Depression (real world events) ~ Using authentic assessments rather than formalized testing via rubrics ~ How does 21st Century Technology connect? See the bullet on the wikispace above ~ Note on Etherpad: It is real time and color codes… (check the wikispace for the rubric) ~ Note on Wikispaces: Can use for collaborate purposes professionally… can connect with other schools across the country ~ Note on online journaling: I use Moodle for students to answer essential questions with pieces from the class period at the end of the block ~ Check out all the project ideas from the wikispace ~ Note on Doors to Diplomacy – Google it… it is a governmental program ~ Note on Constitution Documentary: On the wikispace, click on the link PETE & C 2009 to see more of this project details I am looking for Collaborators on Election, Cold War, Conspiracy Theories, Capital Punishment…. (Let’s debate, video conference, work together on a Ning, use a wikispace, etc.) If interested please contact me dlaur@cysd.k12.pa.us