PBL

Project Based Learning is known by the acronym “PBL.” Which of the following is NOT known as another “PBL”?

• Partner Based Learning

• Passion Based Learning

• Problem Based Learning

• Place Based Learning

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Because he promoted the ideas of experiential education and “learning by doing,” who can be considered the “grandfather of PBL”?

• Ted Sizer

• John Dewey

• John Mergendollar

• Horace Mann

Which of the following is a “dessert” project, as opposed to “main course” Gold Standard PBL?

• Students create videos to explore issues of immigration and post them online.

• Students annalyze water quality in their community and make proposal to local government officials on how to improve it.

• Students make maps of their countries and label key features, then put them on the walls of their classroom.

• Students learn about where their food comes from and plan and host an event to honour local farmers.

How long are PBL units in terms of class time/contact hours?

• 1-2 hours

• 4-5 hours

• 10-20 hours

• One semester

What assessment tools/ practices can be used in PBL?

• Critiques protocols

• Rubrics

• Quzzes and tests

• Performance tasks

• All of the above

For which group of students is PBL generally NOT recommended?

• English language learners

• Students who are below grade level in Maths and reading

• Gifted students

• Young learners

• None of the above

In project-based learning teachers offer …… sources of knowledge for learners.

• Academic

• Multiple

• External

• Digital

The first phase in project life cycle is….

• initiation

• planning

• design

• getting the money

Project-based learning can improve student engagement in school, increase their interest in what is being taught, strengthen their motivation to learn, and make learning experiences more relevant and meaningful.

• Yes

• No

Project-based learning emphasizes learning activities that are long-term, interdisciplinary and student-centered. Unlike traditional, teacher-led classroom activities, students often must organize their own work and manage their own time in a project-based class.

• True

• False