Graduate STEM Education Assistance

Directions: Please read the instructions carefully, this is due within 30 hours!

 

Project-based Learning

Project-based learning is an instructional method commonly utilized in STEM classes because it teaches content through meaningful real-world problem-solving and application. Project-based learning increases motivation and student investment, engages the student with hands-on experiences, and provides a variety of ways for students to demonstrate mastery of content standards. Project-based learning also builds critical thinking, creativity, and communication skills, all of which are necessary for students to succeed beyond the classroom.

Part 1: Handout

Create a visually appealing project-based handout as a professional development resource for new teachers at your school. This handout will explain project-based learning and its effectiveness with cross-disciplinary instruction in STEM content areas of science, technology, engineering, and math.

Project-based learning is an instructional method commonly utilized in STEM classes because it teaches content through meaningful real-world problem-solving and application. Project-based learning increases motivation and student investment, engages the student with hands-on experiences, and provides a variety of ways for students to demonstrate mastery of content standards. Project-based learning also builds critical thinking, creativity, and communication skills, all of which are necessary for students to succeed beyond the classroom.

Part 1: Handout

Create a visually appealing project-based handout as a professional development resource for new teachers at your school. This handout will explain project-based learning and its effectiveness with cross-disciplinary instruction in STEM content areas of science, technology, engineering, and math.

Your project-based handout must include:

· Detailed description of project-based learning and how it can link prior content knowledge and make connections to students’ experiences.

· One example of a real-world STEM learning experience that develops student knowledge and skills in a cross-disciplinary context.

· Two examples of digital resources that would assist in implementing project-based learning methods in STEM instruction.

· Graphics and color to make the handout visually appealing and easy to follow.

Part 2: Reflection

Along with your project-based handout, include a 250-500 word reflection on the importance of including project-based learning as an instructional method when teaching STEM, including:

· How project-based instructional methods are well-suited to cross-disciplinary instruction in STEM content areas.

· How you will implement project-based learning in your future professional STEM practice.

Support your reflection with at least two scholarly resources.