PBL 001: Intro to Project Based Learning (PBL) Using Blended Learning (6 hrs)
Time limit: 60 days
Full course description
This project-based learning (PBL) course is designed for K-12 educators who serve in roles as teachers, instructional coaches, administrators, or other professional positions with a focus on curriculum and instruction at the campus or district level. Start with the basics to learn how to implement PBL by using a variety of blended learning strategies and resources in your K-12 classroom. The participant will differentiate types of blended learning instructional models that can be used to support the implementation of a PBL lesson plan and identify strategies necessary for success as they design their own PBL lesson plan that can be implemented in their classroom immediately. Students will successfully engage in a combination of online learning and face-to-face learning in their classroom to foster 21st century skills as they master curriculum objectives.
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State Reimbursement for Blended Learning Professional Development
To request information to register educators for the online blended learning courses and learn details about the state reimbursement opportunity, please submit a Request Information form by clicking on the link below. Please provide your contact and school information. We will respond to district requests in the order received.
Participants
This hybrid project-based learning and blended learning course is designed for K-12 educators who serve in roles as teachers, instructional coaches, administrators, or other professional positions with a focus on curriculum and instruction at the campus or district level.
Course Objectives
Upon completing this course, you will be able to—
The teacher will differentiate types of blended learning instructional models, create a project-based learning lesson plan, and identify strategies necessary for success as they design their own lesson plan for implementation in their classroom. Students will successfully engage in a combination of online learning and face-to-face learning in their classroom to foster 21st century skills as they master curriculum objectives.
Scope and Sequence
- Introduction to Project-Based Learning
- What is Blended Learning?
- Planning PBL
- Launching PBL
- Teaching Through PBL
- Building Your PBL Lesson
Required Course Materials
Please visit the Computer Requirements page to view minimum device, internet, and application requirements for all UT High School courses. Generally, a desktop or laptop device five (5) years or newer with access to an office suite, such as Microsoft Office or Google Workspace, will be adequate to participate in most UTHS courses.
Course Structure
- The course consists of 7 units.
- Each unit includes a variety of lessons, examples, and exploration activities.
- There are a total of 10 surveys, quizzes, and graded assignments in the course.
Course Grade
For successful completion of the course:
- You MUST complete all lessons including surveys, quizzes, and graded-assignments and earn a score of 80% or better on each to earn your certificate of completion for the course.
- Re-dos may be required if you do not earn an 80% on any of the graded assignments.
- Quizzes may be taken more than once until you achieve the required score of 80%.