What is Deeper Learning?

What is deeper learning? What is evidence that demonstrates deeper learning? This topic has permeated discussions at the Weidner School of Inquiry @PHS as well as during New Tech Network's Meeting of the Minds this month.  The Hewlett Foundation has identified practices of the deeper learner which include:

• Engages with an issue that matters to the student, the field, or the community
• Demonstrates core content knowledge
• Produces work for an authentic audience
• Makes connections with the work and expertise of others
• Considers multiple perspectives
• Develops expert habits and craftsmanship via practice, critique, self-assessment, and revision
• Transforms or creates content (not just replicating/receiving)
• Reflects on and self-assesses the process, product, and learning
• Opens new questions

As you process the PBL/PrBL resources, tools, and strategies shared with you from last week's professional development day, I remind you to begin with the end in mind.  What is the ultimate goal of this instructional vehicle called "Project Based Learning"?  

Welcome to the PBL in PCSC website. We hope that you will find this resource beneficial to your PBL implementation and instruction. Please check back often as we continue to add resources. If there is anything we can assist you with please do not hesitate to contact us.

Jennifer Felke   Twitter: @jenfelke                                                  
New Tech Certified Teacher              

Staff Development Director/PBL Facilitator                                 

Weidner School of Inquiry @PHS


Lauren Cooper  Twitter:@laurencooper112
1st Grade Facilitator @ Washington Discovery Academy

February 15, 2013

Professional Development Agenda 

Your need to knows will drive these sessions

PBL Project Design - Session 2

Driving Question: What tools and strategies do I need to effectively implement a PBL unit in my classroom?

Enter your Knows/Need to Knows

PBL Assessment - Session 3

Driving Question: What tools and strategies do I need to effectively assess my learners in a PBL learning environment?

Enter your Knows/Need to Knows