1. EDGE Institute 2014 Facilitated Discussion: Problem-Based Learning Lexi Samorano

2. Agenda How does learning happen? Student-centered classroom cultures PBL Structure Reflection and Q & A Evaluations

3. Classroom Environment & Culture How does PBL promote safe and classroom culture in which students hold each other accountable for learning? What elements of PBL lesson design are inclusive of a diverse range of learners? How and when is it appropriate to release responsibility of learning to students?

4. Session Objectives and Success Criteria Identify intrinsic and extrinsic factors that have motivated my own learning Compare student-centered instructional strategies to my own classroom Examine the PBL model and identify elements that contribute to a strong classroom environment and culture Consider which elements of learning “belong” to me and which belong to my students – and when

5. Reflect & Write: Think of something you have learned to do well. How did you learn it?

6. How does learning happen?

9. The PBL Cycle

10. Meet The Problem Students encounter a messy problem that engages their interest and compels them to need to know more. Know/Need To Know The group generates a list: What We Know, What We Need To Know, and What We Need To Do Define the Problem Statement Students list the task to be completed and the factors for successful completion. Understand The Problem

11. Gather Information Learners plan to gather information from multiple and varied sources. Share Information Students share information they have gathered with their group and discuss its relevance to the problem. Generate Possible Solutions Students synthesize information to generate several possible solutions. Students may need to go back to Understanding The Problem to adjust the problem based on the information gathered at this stage of the learning. Explore The Curriculum

12. Determine Best Fit Solution Students develop a graphic organizer to find a solution which fits the factors in their problem statement. Present The Solution Student present their solution to and get feedback from a real world stakeholder in the problem. Debrief The Problem Learners debrief the presentation to emphasize learning from other groups’ presentations. Resolve The Problem

13. PBL is not … Unguided Unstructured Chaotic Directionless Slow

14. PBL is when… Teacher set boundaries and teach the process – Sets up the learning environment – Teaches what professional behavior looks like – Teaches the PBL process – Guides and coaches students – Creates positive and personal relationships with students Students engage in learning – Leaders, controllers and owners of their learning – Questioners – authentic learning – Finds value in the lessons – Develops and uses 21 st Century Skills naturally – Demonstrates professional behaviors – Enjoys coming to class – good attendance

15. PBL Resources PBL Network William & Mary Center for Gifted Education Interdisciplinary Journal of Problem-Based Learning Interdisciplinary Journal of Problem-Based Learning Edutopia Sammamish High School

16. EDGE Institute Survey – Aug 14 https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/EDGEAugust2014