MARGARET A. SMITH PROJECT-BASED LEARNING

FACILITATOR Margaret A. Smith B.S. Ed. Early Childhood Education, Valdosta State University M.S. Ed. Reading and Math, Walden University

FACILITATOR First Grade Teacher 7 years experience Fourth Grade and First Grade 5 years experience using Project-Based Learning in the classroom.

TRAINING OBJECTIVES Teachers will understand the meaning and uses of project-based learning. Teachers will develop an understanding of the many benefits of implementing project- based learning as an authentic assessment. Teachers will use knowledge and skills gained from the training session to design a project-based learning unit.

WORKSHOP SCHEDULE Morning Session 7:30 – 8:00 Sign in 8:30 – 9:30 Session 1 What is PBL? 9:30 – 9:45 Break 9:45 – 11:00 Session 2 Components of PBL 11:00 – 12:00 Session 3 Authentic Assessment Afternoon Session 1:00 – 2:00 Session 4 Exploring PBLs 2:00 – 3:00 Session 5 Work Session 3:00 – 3:15 Break 3:15 – 4:00 Session 6 Work Session