Discovering Project-Based Inquiry Learning

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Overview

Discovering Project-Based Inquiry Learning

Course Description

This course will support you in using project-based inquiry learning (PBIL) to enhance conceptual understanding, critical thinking, scientific reasoning, and problem solving. You will discover several important topics in PBIL, including standards-based design, formative and summative assessment, and development of process skills, as well as content knowledge.

Course Content

WHY PROJECT-BASED INQUIRY LEARNING?

INVESTIGATING A PBIL CHALLENGE

STARTING YOUR PBIL CHALLENGE

ANSWERING YOUR PBIL CHALLENGE

REFLECTING ON YOUR PBIL CHALLENGE

USING THE 7E MODEL

Requirements & Materials

Important Information

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Materials

Participants will need access to a computer on a daily basis that can run all internet browser plug-ins, access the Georgia Tech Professional Education Helix Site, view YouTube videos, download PDFs and upload Word files and images.

Who Should Attend

This course is designed for elementary and middle school science teachers. In addition, academic coaches, educators, media specialists, and princpals will also benefit from this course.

What You Will Learn

  • Basic premise and concept of PBIL.
  • Skills to analyze and craft PBIL materials effectively.
  • How to use online learning tools to communicate and collaborate effectively with our ePDN participants.

How You Will Benefit

  • Complete a PBIL program firsthand.
  • Analyze PBIL curriculum and resources to develop design acumen.
  • Begin designing a PBIL unit for your own classroom.
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