Projects

Our class is a project based classroom. What does that mean? Project based learning is just that: learning through the process of completing a project over a period of time.

A more comprehensive definition:

...projects are complex tasks based on challenging questions or problems, that involve students in design, problem-solving, decision making, or investigative activities; give students the opportunity to work relatively autonomously over extended periods of time; and culminate in realistic products or presentations. (Jones, Rasmussen, & Moffitt, 1997)

What will this mean & look like in our classroom?

1. Student choice;

2. Open-ended questions;

3. Real world problems;

4. Student-led constructive investigations;

5. Authentic assessments;

6. Student-driven learning & time management;

7. Collaborative learning;

8. Challenge for every student;

9. Independent work, or a conclusion featuring a product/ presentation with a variety of audiences.