1. Problem-Based Learning

2. Presentation of the Problem or Challenge
We have a problem! What is the problem?

3. What do you KNOW about the topic?

4. Ask Questions Decide on questions for further investigation.
I have a problem. What am I going to do about it? How will I work to solve this problem?
Decide on questions for further investigation.
What do we need to find out?
What should we research?
Who can we ask?
Where can we find information?

5. Setting Expectations Project example Grading rubrics
Grading checklists
Discuss expectations
Teamwork

6. Prepare for Research Set Up a Note Taking System (journal, cards)
Questions/topics to research
Sections or topics in journal or on cards
Proper Note Taking
Good websites
Paraphrasing (avoiding plagiarism)
Citing sources

7. The Research Library books Text books Websites (discuss good/bad)
WorldBook Encyclopedia Online
Teacher’s lessons/activities
Video clips

8. Technology Instruction
Introduce students to new software
needed to complete project.
Examples may include:
Pixie
Frames
WebBlender/Share

9. Synthesize Research
Develop a plan for culminating project by writing a script or storyboard
Create culminating project

10. The Presentation
Audience
Process
Product
Next Time
Gather Feedback

11. Assessment/Evaluation
Self
Peer
Teacher