Project Based Learning (PBL) & Problem Based Learning (PrBL)
To better align our teaching practices with our mission & vision for the school, we provide training to encourage teachers to facilitate academic and real-world experiences in the classroom and beyond. Through our partnership with the New Tech Network (NTN), teachers are challenged to use high-rigor practice using learner-centered skills and techniques.
We strive to close instructional and cultural gaps as we continue to improve our community.
You can explore the research that supports these techniques here!
Inspired by resources from The Knowledge Network for Innovations in Learning and Teaching (KNILT), research by John Larmer & John Mergendoller, and ASCD
Project-based Learning (Pbl) Means That Scholars Will:
Learn in a scholar-centered, not-teacher-centered environment.
Make real-world connections through challenging projects.
Build skills such as critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, and communication.
Be assessed on how they apply knowledge to solve authentic problems.
Have deeper engagement and interaction with learning content.
Develop peer and professional networks.
To Be Successful in Pbl Scholars Will:
Come to school consistently, because good attendance is crucial for authentic learning and collaboration on projects.
Fully engage in the work.
Interact with members of the community.
Be responsible and take agency for their own learning.
Come to school and class prepared to be successful.
Be graded on collaboration, agency, written communication, oral communication, and content knowledge.
What is Problem-based Learning?
SCENARIOS ARE DESIGNED TO GUIDE OUR SCHOLARS TOWARDS
HOW FAMILIES CAN SUPPORT PRBL AT HOME:
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