View Seminar: On Demand: Project Based Learning (PBL) (Harvesting Engagement)
| Seminar Name | On Demand: Project Based Learning (PBL) (Harvesting Engagement) |
|---|---|
| Seminar Brochure | Not set |
| External Seminar Brochure | Not set |
| Seminar Short Desc | Project-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 Desc | Project-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 Date | 10/24/2025 |
| Opening Time | 10:00 am |
| Closing Time | 1:00 pm |
| Last Day To Register | 10/23/2025 [ Note: After this date, participation changes can be requested by e-mailing Laurie Sledge ] |
| Twin Seminar | Not set |
| Seminar Audience | K-12 teachers |
| Seminar Prerequisites | Not set |
| Seminar Topics, Concepts & Resources | -Buck Institute of Education
-Project Based Learning |
| Seminar Broadcast Notes | Not set |
| 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 Summary | Participated 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 Learning | Group 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. |
| Evaluation Summary Notes | Online Evaluations |
| Needed Changes | Not set |
| Next Steps | Not set |
| Online Course Type | Not set |
| Site | Wellsville Central School District |
| Location | Wellsville Middle-High School |
| Site Status | On Demand |
| Duration | 3 Hours |
| Rolling Online Course | No |
| Moodle Online Course | Not set |
| Seminar Status | Held |
| Workshop | On Demand: Project Based Learning (PBL) |
| Starting Registration | 9:30 am |
| Credit Hours | 3.00 |
| CTLE Eligible | Yes |
| Social Worker Continuing Ed | No |
| Course Type | Not set |
| Online Course Instructions | Not set |
| Online Course Url | Not set |
| Online Course Pass Code | Not set |
| Provider | 529 - Professional Development |
| Category | 517 - Model Schools |
| Alt Fee Per Participant | Not set |
| Public Notes | Not set |
| Cancelled Date | Not set |
| Added By | Elisabeth Phinney |
| Seminar Id | 11194 |
CTLE Activities
- Content
- Pedagogy
Facilitators
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