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Which standards? |
Not all standards are equal. Some standards are best covered by traditional methods, and other standards are best addressed by in-depth inquiry. How to decide? Ask yourself, "What topics would I be embarrassed about if my students couldn't discuss them intelligently at the end of the project? | |||||
| How many standards? | Less is better. Use two or three important standards or benchmarks as the focus for your project. | |||||
| What about assessment? | The important task
is to be clear about which standards will be assessed in the project and
how the products will give all students the opportunity to demonstrate what
they have learned. See how the Gender Project selected standards.  QT
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| Where do I find standards? | Use state standards (find your state here: Emtech) or look at your district/school standards. McRel has developed standards in many content areas. | |||||
| Literacy as a Core Standard | The literacy of students is a central concern in schools. Including at least one literacy outcome in your project--along with a major product that can be used to assess writing, speaking or reading strategies--is recommended for projects. | |||||
| Listen to an Expert | Listen to Cathy Heumer, a first grade teacher, describe her approach to PBL... |
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Visit PBL-Online Partner, George Lucas Educational Foundation (GLEF), to learn more about this project: |
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