The following is an excerpt from Chapter 4 of Project Based Learning: Real Questions. Real Answers. Direct instruction, however, has developed negative connotations, especially among fans of project based learning and inquiry. Yet, in Visible Learning for Teachers, John Hattie tells us, “One of the more successful methods for maximizing the impact of teaching and enabling teachers […]| Cooper on Curriculum
The following is an excerpt from Chapter 1 of Project Based Learning: Real Questions. Real Answers. When planning a PBL unit, there are five potential starting points, none of which are mutually exclusive. Students: Find out what’s relevant to the students and use this as the basis for the project. Cool idea: Start with a cool idea […]| Cooper on Curriculum
The following is the fourth of four excerpts from the eBook, How Do I Lead Project Based Learning?, which provides a concrete framework for leading the implementation of project based learning. Although this eBook was written through the lens of project based learning, everything can be applied to all professional learning and instructional shifts, no matter […]| Cooper on Curriculum
The following is an excerpt from the eBook, #RealPBL Deleted Scenes, which contains excerpts that didn't make it into the final draft of the book, Project Based Learning: Real Questions. Real Answers. Background Information: The book’s Introduction was probably the most difficult part to write, which is why two of this eBook’s excerpts are from the Introduction. In the Introduction, we wanted to include a few reasons as to why project based learning should be prioritized, but we don’t w...| Cooper on Curriculum
