Problem Based Learning 3-Day Staff Development

Day 1

• Introduction to Problem Based Learning
  • Moving to Higher Levels of Technology Integration (LoTi)
  • Review and discuss LoTi Framework
  • Rate the LoTi Movie
  • Where does PBL fit in the LoTi Framework
• "Problems as Possibilities" jigsaw activity
• Big6 & Problem Based Learning.
• Split into grade level teams to begin choosing "Real World Problem" that enhances the scope and sequence.
• Use Inspiration to Map out the Possibilities

• Identifying learning outcomes.
• Identifying Student roles.
• Present "Real World Problem" to the group

Day 2

• "Problems as Possibilities" jigsaw activity Part 2
• Assessing learning in and through Problem Based Learning.
• Assessment for Learning (Formative)
• Assessment of Learning (Summative)
• PBL Problem Log
• Facets of Understanding
• Moving to True Inquiry in Problem Based Learning?
• Construct the PBL Introduction
• Present Problem based unit introductions to to the whole group for constructive feedback.
• Continue to Construct PBL units
• Reflections
  
  Day 3
• Continue creating PBL units in grade level teams (Morning)
• Present Unit to the group(Afternoon)
• Reflections