Project-based learning : differentiating instruction for the 21st century / William N. Bender.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Bender, William N.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Project method in teaching.

Individualized instruction.

Physical Description:

xii, 198 pages ; 26 cm

Place of Publication:

Thousand Oaks, Calif. : Corwin Press, [2012]

Summary:

"Project-based learning has emerged as one of today's most effective instructional practices. In PBL, students confront real-world issues and problems, collaborate to create solutions, and present their results. This exciting new book describes how PBL fosters 21st century skills and innovative thinking. The author provides instructional strategies, assessment methods, and detailed instruction on how to: Design projects for various content areas across all grade levels; Integrate technology throughout the learning process; Use Khan Academy, webquests, wikis, and more to foster deeper conceptual learning; Build social learning networks; Differentiate instruction by scaffolding supports for the learning process."-- Publisher description.

Contents:

1. Engaging Students Through Project-Based Learning

2. Project-Based Learning in the Classroom

3. Designing Project-Based Learning Projects

4. Instructional Technology in Project-Based Learning Classrooms

5. Instructional Strategies in Project-Based Learning

6. Assessment Options For Project-Based Learning

App. The Relationship Between PBL and State Curricular Standards

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references (pages 187-192) and index.

ISBN:

9781412997904

1412997909

OCLC:

757489119