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Introduction to Project Based Math. Math and Science Partnership Onslow County Schools. Your Subtopics Go Here. Individually, list the first five words or phrases that come to mind when you hear that something is “Project-based ”.
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Introduction to Project Based Math Math and Science Partnership Onslow County Schools
Your Subtopics Go Here • Individually, list the first five words or phrases that come to mind when you hear that something is “Project-based”. • Compare & Contrast with the folks seated around you to develop a consensus. • Right, Wrong, It Depends???
Project Based LearningWhat is it? Project-based education is an instructional approach that seeks to contextualize language learning by involving learners in projects, rather than in isolated activities targeting specific skills So, why PBL?
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Project Based Math • Grant Requirements: • School implement PBL instruction Model in school • Participation of all teachers in grades 3-5 or 6-8 in PLC • Planning time (at least twice a month during the day) dedicated to PBL • Allow external evaluator (EMEC) to observe teachers and collect data
Benefits: • PBM will serve as an umbrella for other initiatives such as INCOME, TRACC and STEM Attributes Rubric implementation. • Support of coach in your school at least two days a month to assist with instruction, planning and resource development. • Quality Professional Development by Buck Institute and UNCW. • Stipends for teachers to attend professional development. • Funding for instructional materials and supplies. • Access to data on program effectiveness.
PBL University: Continued Learning • Typically 2 Week Courses • www.pblu.org
Participation in the Project Based Math MSP Grant. Pat.curley@onslow.k12.nc.us http://projectbasedmath.wikispaces.com/