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Resource List: Collaboration in PBL
Articles, videos, and rubrics to help K-12 teachers learn how to build teams and manage student collaboration in PBL units.
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PBL World Update: Pedro Noguera to Keynote, New Workshops Added
Announcing a keynote speaker who’s an advocate for educational equity and authentic student engagement—plus a preview of new workshops at PBL World 2019.
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29.5 Tips for Successfully Managing a Project
Many teachers new to PBL are challenged by what to do during the "messy middle" of a project; here's some practical advice.
How Can We Teach and Assess Creativity and Innovation in PBL?
On lists of 21st century competencies, there used to be 3 C’s - critical thinking, collaboration, and communication - but now
General PBL
Project Based Learning vs. Problem Based Learning vs. XBL
PBLWorks Editor in Chief John Larmer clarifies common confusion about various forms of inquiry-based learning and the "two PBLs."
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Using Gallery Walks for Revision and Reflection
A guide to using the "gallery walk" formative assessment process during a project, for students to give and receive feedback for improving the quality of their work.
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How to Use the "4 C's" Rubrics
An explanation of the purpose and structure of PBLWorks' K-12 analytic rubrics for critical thinking, collaboration, creativity/innovation, and making a presentation.
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What Does It Take for a Project to be “Authentic”?
PBLWorks Editor in Chief John Larmer explains how there is a continuum of authenticity in PBL and gives examples of projects that are not, are somewhat, or are fully authentic.
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How can I design an interdisciplinary project?
Advice for secondary teachers planning multi-subject projects that align with standards.