View Seminar: On Demand: Project Based Learning (PBL) (Harvesting Engagement)

Seminar NameOn Demand: Project Based Learning (PBL) (Harvesting Engagement)
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Seminar Short DescProject-Based Learning is an engaging, student-centered instructional approach. This two-day seminar will provide a foundational understanding of the PBL model from the Buck Institute of Education.
Seminar Full DescProject-Based Learning (PBL) is an instructional approach that engages students throughout the learning process. In this learning opportunity, participants will learn the fundamentals of PBL including key components such as student voice and choice, driving questions, assessment in PBL, and managing a project.
Seminar Date10/24/2025
Opening Time10:00 am
Closing Time1:00 pm
Last Day To Register10/23/2025      [ Note: After this date, participation changes can be requested by e-mailing Laurie Sledge ]
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Seminar AudienceK-12 teachers
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Seminar Topics, Concepts & Resources-Buck Institute of Education
-Project Based Learning
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Seminar Objectives-Teachers will explore engagment strategies used to spark curiosity and collaboration.
-Highlighted with Hattie's Visible Learning Matrix.
-Teachers will experience multiple forms of formative assessment embedded throughout the lesson.
-Teachers will review summative assessment through creative student products
-Teachers will consider how these strategies can be adapted for your own classroom
Work SummaryParticipated in a simulation of a cross-content inquiry-based learning experience, modeling how students engage with ELA and Social Studies content through collaborative legend exploration.
Experienced a variety of engagement strategies firsthand, including visual storytelling, role-based group work, peer coaching, and creative choice, all designed to foster curiosity and deeper inquiry.
Explored and applied formative assessment techniques such as sticky note exit questions, mini-conferences, graphic organizers, rubric previews, and peer feedback to monitor and support student learning throughout the inquiry process.
Engaged with a Choice Board of creative formats to showcase mastery, including podcasting, comic creation, live storytelling, and digital timelines highlighting how student voice and choice can be embedded in assessment.
Assessment of LearningGroup Pitch Presentations: Each group delivered a 1-minute pitch explaining their chosen legend and creative retelling format, demonstrating understanding and planning.
Gallery Walk Feedback: Teachers provided and received peer feedback using Two Stars and a Wish, showcasing engagement and critical reflection.
Exit Ticket Reflection: Participants completed a One Word Reflection and responded to prompts about their learning, which were used to assess comprehension and inform future PD sessions.
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SiteWellsville Central School District
LocationWellsville Middle-High School
Site StatusOn Demand
Duration3 Hours
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WorkshopOn Demand: Project Based Learning (PBL)
Starting Registration9:30 am
Credit Hours3.00
CTLE EligibleYes
Social Worker Continuing EdNo
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Provider529 - Professional Development
Category517 - Model Schools
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Added ByElisabeth Phinney
Seminar Id11194

CTLE Activities

  • Content
  • Pedagogy

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    Districts That Can Send Participants

    • Wellsville Central School

    Districts That Are Paying For Participants

    • 11194-24

    Districts That Are Paying For Facilitators

    • 11194-24

    Learning Standards

    • 1 Knowledge Students and Student Learning
    • 2 Knowledge of Content and Instruction
    • 3 Instructional Practice