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Critical Thinking and Project-Based Learning (PBL)

Critical Thinking and Project-Based Learning (PBL). http://thaiuo.uoregon.edu Cindy Kieffer Director of Academic Programs University of Oregon. Topics. PBL Showcase #1, IEARN. “Shaping” video, Module 03. Making Connections: PBL and Critical Thinking.

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Critical Thinking and Project-Based Learning (PBL)

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  1. Critical Thinking andProject-Based Learning (PBL) http://thaiuo.uoregon.edu Cindy Kieffer Director of Academic Programs University of Oregon

  2. Topics PBL Showcase #1, IEARN. “Shaping” video, Module 03. Making Connections: PBL and Critical Thinking. PBL Showcase #2, S.E.A.R. “Shaping” video, Module 11. Summary.

  3. PBL #1, iEARN PBL Showcase #1, IEARN: http://www.iearn.org Thai classroom example, as featured in the “Shaping the Way We Teach English” video, Module 03.

  4. PBL #1, iEARN Video viewing tasks... Participants? Purpose? PBL? CT?

  5. PBL Definition of Project-Based Learning (PBL)… Constructivist (build meaning). Content or theme-based. Process + product. Real-world connections.

  6. CT Definition of Critical Thinking… Core foundation of knowledge or information is used to: Analyze. Synthesize. Evaluate. Apply.

  7. PBL and CT Both PBL and CT are… Student-centered (individualized). Focused on creative processes. Inquiry-based learning. Reflective in nature.

  8. Characteristics Together, they can be… Flexible in scope (size). Flexible in length of time. Appropriate for all ages. Individual or group work. Motivating (fun)!

  9. PBL #2, S.E.A.R. Video viewing tasks... Participants? Purpose? PBL? CT?

  10. PBL-CT Guide At the *beginning* of the project, give students information about… Project overview. Goals. Checklist or “road map.” Assessment.

  11. Types of Goals The types of goals will determine the type(s) of assessment… Language skills. Content matter. Procedural, mechanics. Affective, behavioral.

  12. Checklists Checklists should… Match goals (categories, items). Use clear statements. Use positive tone/wording. Follow a logical order. Offer models, examples.

  13. Management Tips Think in advance of ways to store project materials.Some Project Planner ideas… Folders, envelopes, clips. Boxes, trays, bags. Stationary vs. mobile.

  14. Surathampitak, Window Sills(Picture) Surathampitak, Tables & Shelves(Picture) Carts, Rolling Cases(Picture)

  15. Critical Thinking andProject-Based Learning (PBL) http://thaiuo.uoregon.edu Cindy Kieffer Director of Academic Programs University of Oregon

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