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Project-Based Learning
William N. Bender
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Description for Project-Based Learning
Paperback. This book's collection of instructional strategies and assessment methods show how to implement and differentiate project-based learning that fosters 21st century skills in Grades K-12. Num Pages: 216 pages. BIC Classification: JNT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 254 x 179 x 13. Weight in Grams: 458.
Increase achievement and engagement for all students in 21st century classrooms!
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
Product Details
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
SAGE Publications Inc United States
Number of pages
216
Condition
New
Number of Pages
216
Place of Publication
Thousand Oaks, United States
ISBN
9781412997904
SKU
V9781412997904
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99-1
About William N. Bender
William N. Bender, PhD, has had a long and distinguished career in education, teaching in public school for several years and in higher education for some 26 years at Blue?eld State College in West Virginia, Rutgers University in New Jersey, and the University of Georgia. He has written 36 books in special and general education. With his retirement, he has stepped back from his rigorous workshop schedule, which as recently as 2016 included some 40 workshop days per year. While the COVID-19 pandemic impacted his work, he has written four historical ?ction novels and several educational books in recent years. He has delivered several professional development projects, including most recently a keynote for a virtual conference on project-based learning in Brazil in conjunction with his Corwin book Project-Based Learning (2012). Learn more about William Bender′s PD offerings Consulting Description: Differentiated Instruction Consulting Description: Math Consulting Description: Project-Based Learning Consulting Description: RTI Consulting Description: Technology
Reviews for Project-Based Learning
"This resource serves as more than an introduction to PBL as an instructional approach; it removes the fear of trying the unknown. Filled with clear explanations and samples, real-world anecdotes and practical advice, as well as lists of resources, this book will become a user’s guide to a powerful instructional approach that will meet the needs of 21st century learners."
Ann Richardson, Coordinator English and Gifted/AP Programs "PBL is a powerful way to increase student participation and create critical thinkers for the 21st century."
Tania E. Dymkowski, District Instructional Support "Not only is the work timely and current in the field of education, it provides educators with an inclusive resource for project based learning. This concept and the presentation of the material address the needs of students and teachers in the 21st century classroom. The resources, examples, and strategies presented support easy implementation!"
Catherine Alaimo Stickney, Director Of Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment "Project based learning is the future of education. We can no longer prepare students for today′s global world with traditional teaching methods. This book may well be our ticket to the future in education."
Denise Rives, Educational Consultant
Ann Richardson, Coordinator English and Gifted/AP Programs "PBL is a powerful way to increase student participation and create critical thinkers for the 21st century."
Tania E. Dymkowski, District Instructional Support "Not only is the work timely and current in the field of education, it provides educators with an inclusive resource for project based learning. This concept and the presentation of the material address the needs of students and teachers in the 21st century classroom. The resources, examples, and strategies presented support easy implementation!"
Catherine Alaimo Stickney, Director Of Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment "Project based learning is the future of education. We can no longer prepare students for today′s global world with traditional teaching methods. This book may well be our ticket to the future in education."
Denise Rives, Educational Consultant