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Robert Leeman,
Gareth Edgell,
and
Dr. John Woollard
Brought to you by Arm, this course covers all the non-technological elements of Project-Based Learning. This includes soft skills such as gracious professionalism, teamwork, communication and collaboration.
Learn how to become an effective advocate of PBL amongst your peers, and effectively share the benefits with school leadership and parents. You will also learn about common ways of embedding PBL in the formal curriculum and how to utilise available resources to enhance your lessons.
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What's inside
Learning objectives
- Learn about the importance of stem skills such as teamwork, which are in-demand in the workplace but often deprioritised in education
- Explore some of the important aspects of effective teaching with project-based learning, including engaging and entrusting learners
- Learn methods to communicate the effectiveness of your newly acquired skills and classroom practice to your peers, and to your learner’s parents
- Investigate how to encourage, advocate and organise ‘extra-curricular’ pbl activities, such as hackathons, after school clubs and projects for students
- Find out about the unique ‘arm school program’ approach, and how you can uniquely integrate it into your lesson plans
- Finish the course with a classroom investigation, which helps you put your learning into practice
- Learn about the importance of stem skills such as teamwork, which are in-demand in the workplace but often deprioritised in education
- Explore some of the important aspects of effective teaching with project-based learning, including engaging and entrusting learners
- Learn methods to communicate the effectiveness of your newly acquired skills and classroom practice to your peers, and to your learner’s parents
- Investigate how to encourage, advocate and organise ‘extra-curricular’ pbl activities, such as hackathons, after school clubs and projects for students
- Find out about the unique ‘arm school program’ approach, and how you can uniquely integrate it into your lesson plans
- Finish the course with a classroom investigation, which helps you put your learning into practice
Syllabus
Module 1 Introduction
Module 2 The importance of gracious professionalism
Module 3 Contexts are key
Module 4 Engaging parents (and colleagues)
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Syllabus
Module 1 Introduction
Module 2 The importance of gracious professionalism
Module 3 Contexts are key
Module 4 Engaging parents (and colleagues)
Read more
Module 5 Keeping PBL extra curricula
Module 6 Issues with cross curricular delivery
Module 7 The role of the Senior Leadership Team
Module 8 External partners
Module 9 Adapting and enhancing the ASP PBL approach
Module 10 Classroom investigation
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Teaches soft skills that are highly in-demand in the global workforce across all industries and businesses
Emphasizes effective communication and teamwork skills, crucial for success both in education and the workplace
Instructed by industry experts, providing learners with firsthand insights into real-world project-based learning
Provides practical methods for successfully implementing project-based learning in academic environments
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Review lesson plans from project-based learning
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Revisiting examples of lesson plans for project-based learning will refresh your understanding of the foundational elements of this approach.
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Project-Based Learning
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Gather lesson plans from a variety of educators who have successfully implemented PBL
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Identify the key components of each lesson plan, including learning objectives, assessment strategies, and differentiation for diverse learners
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Consider how these components can be adapted to fit your own teaching context
Explore online tutorials for implementing technology in PBL
Show steps
Seeking additional guidance from online tutorials will enhance your ability to integrate technology effectively into your PBL projects.
Browse courses on
Project-Based Learning
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Identify reputable sources for educational technology tutorials
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Select tutorials that align with your specific PBL project needs
Engage in a discussion group on PBL best practices
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Engaging in discussions with peers helps you gain diverse perspectives, refine your understanding, and identify new strategies to improve your PBL implementation.
Browse courses on
Project-Based Learning
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Find a group of educators who are also implementing PBL in their classrooms
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Meet regularly to discuss your experiences, challenges, and successes with PBL
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Collaborate on developing and sharing resources
Five other activities
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Practice active listening skills for effective student engagement
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Refining active listening skills allows you to better understand student perspectives, foster meaningful discussions, and create an inclusive learning environment during project-based learning.
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Active Listening
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Identify different active listening techniques, such as paraphrasing, summarizing, and asking clarifying questions
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Practice using these techniques in mock conversations with colleagues or family members
Develop a resource library of PBL teaching strategies
Show steps
Curating a collection of effective PBL teaching strategies will serve as a valuable resource for yourself and other educators.
Browse courses on
Project-Based Learning
Show steps
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Gather teaching strategies from various sources, such as books, articles, and online resources
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Organize the strategies into a coherent and accessible format
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Share your resource library with colleagues
Design a PBL project for your classroom
Show steps
Developing a project-based learning project will give you practical experience in applying the principles you've learned and tailor it to the needs of your students.
Browse courses on
Project-Based Learning
Show steps
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Identify a topic and learning objectives for your project
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Create a timeline and assessment plan for the project
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Gather resources and materials that students will need
Contribute to open-source projects related to STEM education
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Participating in open-source projects allows you to engage with a community of educators, contribute to the development of valuable educational resources, and expand your understanding of STEM education.
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STEM Education
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Find open-source projects related to STEM education
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Identify ways to contribute to the project, such as reporting bugs, writing documentation, or contributing code
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Reach out to the project maintainers and offer your assistance
Mentoring student PBL projects
Show steps
Guiding students through a PBL project not only benefits the students directly but also provides you with deeper insights into the challenges and opportunities of PBL implementation.
Browse courses on
Project-Based Learning
Show steps
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Identify opportunities to mentor students on PBL projects
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Provide guidance and support to students throughout the project cycle
-
Reflect on your mentoring experiences to refine your understanding of PBL
Review lesson plans from project-based learning
Show steps
Revisiting examples of lesson plans for project-based learning will refresh your understanding of the foundational elements of this approach.
Browse courses on
Project-Based Learning
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Gather lesson plans from a variety of educators who have successfully implemented PBL
- Identify the key components of each lesson plan, including learning objectives, assessment strategies, and differentiation for diverse learners
- Consider how these components can be adapted to fit your own teaching context
Explore online tutorials for implementing technology in PBL
Show steps
Seeking additional guidance from online tutorials will enhance your ability to integrate technology effectively into your PBL projects.
Browse courses on
Project-Based Learning
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Identify reputable sources for educational technology tutorials
- Select tutorials that align with your specific PBL project needs
Engage in a discussion group on PBL best practices
Show steps
Engaging in discussions with peers helps you gain diverse perspectives, refine your understanding, and identify new strategies to improve your PBL implementation.
Browse courses on
Project-Based Learning
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Find a group of educators who are also implementing PBL in their classrooms
- Meet regularly to discuss your experiences, challenges, and successes with PBL
- Collaborate on developing and sharing resources
Five other activities
Expand to see all activities and additional details
Show all eight activities
Practice active listening skills for effective student engagement
Show steps
Refining active listening skills allows you to better understand student perspectives, foster meaningful discussions, and create an inclusive learning environment during project-based learning.
Browse courses on
Active Listening
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Identify different active listening techniques, such as paraphrasing, summarizing, and asking clarifying questions
- Practice using these techniques in mock conversations with colleagues or family members
Develop a resource library of PBL teaching strategies
Show steps
Curating a collection of effective PBL teaching strategies will serve as a valuable resource for yourself and other educators.
Browse courses on
Project-Based Learning
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Gather teaching strategies from various sources, such as books, articles, and online resources
- Organize the strategies into a coherent and accessible format
- Share your resource library with colleagues
Design a PBL project for your classroom
Show steps
Developing a project-based learning project will give you practical experience in applying the principles you've learned and tailor it to the needs of your students.
Browse courses on
Project-Based Learning
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Identify a topic and learning objectives for your project
- Create a timeline and assessment plan for the project
- Gather resources and materials that students will need
Contribute to open-source projects related to STEM education
Show steps
Participating in open-source projects allows you to engage with a community of educators, contribute to the development of valuable educational resources, and expand your understanding of STEM education.
Browse courses on
STEM Education
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Find open-source projects related to STEM education
- Identify ways to contribute to the project, such as reporting bugs, writing documentation, or contributing code
- Reach out to the project maintainers and offer your assistance
Mentoring student PBL projects
Show steps
Guiding students through a PBL project not only benefits the students directly but also provides you with deeper insights into the challenges and opportunities of PBL implementation.
Browse courses on
Project-Based Learning
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Identify opportunities to mentor students on PBL projects
- Provide guidance and support to students throughout the project cycle
- Reflect on your mentoring experiences to refine your understanding of PBL
Career center
Learners who complete Teaching with Physical Computing: Soft skills, teamwork and the wider curriculum will develop knowledge and skills
that may be useful to these careers:
Instructional Designer
Instructional Designer
An Instructional Designer works to develop, deliver, and evaluate instructional programs. This may include creating online courses, training materials, or other learning resources. Courses that focus on education, such as this one, can help an Instructional Designer learn how to design and deliver instruction that is effective and engaging.
Teacher
Teacher
A Teacher plans, delivers, and evaluates instruction to students. This may include working with students of all ages and backgrounds to help them learn and grow. This course may be particularly useful for those interested in teaching PBL, as it provides a deep dive into the benefits and challenges of PBL.
Curriculum Developer
Curriculum Developer
A Curriculum Developer designs and develops educational programs, including courses, lessons, and materials. This can be at the K-12, higher education, or professional development level. Courses that focus on education, such as this one, may be particularly useful, as they can help a Curriculum Developer learn how to develop courses that are engaging and effective, even for courses that are optional or extra-curricular.
Professional Development Specialist
Professional Development Specialist
A Professional Development Specialist plans and delivers professional development programs for educators. This may include working with teachers, administrators, and other stakeholders to help them develop their skills. This course may be particularly useful for those interested in developing professional development programs on PBL, as it provides a deep dive into the benefits and challenges of PBL.
Policy Analyst
Policy Analyst
A Policy Analyst researches and analyzes public policy issues. This may include working with policymakers to develop and implement new policies. This course may be particularly useful for those interested in developing policies on PBL, as it provides a deep dive into the benefits and challenges of PBL.
Project Manager
Project Manager
A Project Manager plans, executes, and closes out projects. This may include developing project plans, managing project budgets, and communicating with stakeholders. This course may be particularly useful for those interested in managing PBL projects, as it provides a deep dive into the benefits and challenges of PBL.
Learning and Development Manager
Learning and Development Manager
A Learning and Development Manager oversees the development and implementation of training and development programs for employees. This may include identifying training needs, developing training materials, and evaluating the effectiveness of training programs. Understanding how to use PBL techniques to teach employees can be extremely valuable for someone in this role.
Education Consultant
Education Consultant
An Education Consultant provides advice and support to educational institutions and organizations. This may include working with schools, colleges, and universities to help them improve their teaching and learning practices. This course may be particularly useful for those interested in consulting on PBL, as it provides a deep dive into the benefits and challenges of PBL.
Instructional Coach
Instructional Coach
An Instructional Coach works with teachers to help them improve their teaching practices. This may include providing feedback, coaching, and support to help teachers develop their skills. This course may be particularly useful for those interested in coaching teachers on PBL, as it provides a deep dive into the benefits and challenges of PBL.
Nonprofit Manager
Nonprofit Manager
A Nonprofit Manager oversees the operation of a nonprofit organization. This may include working with staff, volunteers, and donors to achieve the organization's mission. This course may be particularly useful for those interested in managing a nonprofit organization that focuses on PBL, as it provides a deep dive into the benefits and challenges of PBL.
Program Manager
Program Manager
A Program Manager plans, implements, and evaluates educational programs. This may include working with teachers, students, parents, and other stakeholders to ensure that the program is meeting its goals. This course may be particularly useful for those interested in managing PBL programs, as it provides a deep dive into the benefits and challenges of PBL.
Education Researcher
Education Researcher
An Education Researcher conducts research on teaching and learning. This may include studying the effects of different teaching methods, developing new educational programs, and evaluating the effectiveness of educational interventions. This course may be particularly useful for those interested in researching PBL, as it provides a deep dive into the benefits and challenges of PBL.
Trainer
Trainer
A Trainer develops and delivers training programs to employees. This may include working with employees of all levels to help them learn and develop new skills. This course may be particularly useful for those interested in training employees on PBL, as it provides a deep dive into the benefits and challenges of PBL.
Education Administrator
Education Administrator
An Education Administrator oversees the operation of schools and other educational institutions. This may include working with teachers, students, parents, and other stakeholders to ensure that the institution is meeting its goals. This course may be particularly useful for those interested in administering PBL programs, as it provides a deep dive into the benefits and challenges of PBL.
Software Engineer
Software Engineer
A Software Engineer designs, develops, and maintains software applications. This may include working with other engineers, designers, and product managers to bring a software product to market. This course may be particularly useful for those interested in working on PBL software applications, as it provides a deep dive into the benefits and challenges of PBL.
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We've selected six books
that we think will supplement your
learning. Use these to
develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a
deeper understanding of the topics covered in
Teaching with Physical Computing: Soft skills, teamwork and the wider curriculum.
Provides a step-by-step guide to project-based learning, including how to plan and implement projects, how to assess student learning, and how to overcome challenges.
Provides a framework for understanding how to create and sustain successful growth in a rapidly changing world. It must-read for anyone who is interested in innovation and entrepreneurship.
Provides a behind-the-scenes look at how IDEO, one of the world's leading design firms, develops innovative products and services. It is packed with practical advice on how to foster creativity and innovation in your own organization.
Provides a brutally honest account of the challenges and rewards of building a successful business. It must-read for any entrepreneur who is looking for advice on how to overcome the inevitable obstacles that will arise.
Provides a framework for understanding why successful companies can fail when they are confronted with new technologies. It also provides advice on how to avoid the innovator's dilemma.
Provides a methodology for rapidly testing and validating business ideas. It is particularly useful for entrepreneurs who are looking to develop new products or services.
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Effort
1 to 2 hours per week for 10 weeks
Level
Intermediate
Via
edX
Institution
Arm Education
Instructors
Robert Leeman
Gareth Edgell
Dr. John Woollard
Language
English
Transcript
English
This course belongs to a
collection
called
Teaching with Physical Computing. It's comprised of four courses:
- Teaching with Physical Computing: Practical application and classroom strategies for PBL
- Teaching with Physical Computing: Assessment of Project-Based Learning
- Teaching with Physical Computing: Soft skills, teamwork and the wider curriculum (viewing)
- Teaching with Physical Computing: Introduction to Project-Based Learning
Good to know
Teaches soft skills that are highly in-demand in the global workforce across all industries and businesses
Emphasizes effective communication and teamwork skills, crucial for success both in education and the workplace
Instructed by industry experts, providing learners with firsthand insights into real-world project-based learning
Provides practical methods for successfully implementing project-based learning in academic environments
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