Project-Based Learning Basics

The Knowles Academy offers state-of-the-art professional development experiences for teachers. All Academy courses are designed and facilitated by experienced teachers who understand the complexities of teaching in today’s world.

Through this Knowles Academy online short course, teachers will learn with us about some of the basics of PBL, such as entry events, end products, checkpoints, and other core components.

Project-Based Learning Basics

Understanding math and science enables citizens to make critical, informed decisions that support individual wellbeing and civic participation. We see project-based learning (PBL) as a highly effective way to address these challenges. In order to harness the potential of these courses to improve the lives of all students, teachers need specialized support in leveraging PBL in math and science. Come learn with us about some of the basics of PBL, such as entry events, end products, checkpoints, and other core components. Walk away with the next steps to begin implementing PBL in your class.

Teachers who attend this course will:

Engage with and consider implementation of some of the core components of PBL
Build on their general understanding of PBL as they reflect on their beliefs, knowledge and skills as a PBL teacher in math and science