Project-Based Learning Packs

Tips

Why Use Project-Based Learning

By its nature, project-based learning helps satisfy standards in multiple areas of the curriculum at once. Science A-Z Project-Based Learning Packs often integrate science, technology, engineering, math, language arts, and other content areas in a single project.

Students work together like real scientists and engineers to conduct research, develop plans, adhere to a schedule, make decisions, and execute their plan. Working with peers on a STEM project develops teamwork practices that prepare students to be college- and career-ready.

How to Use Project-Based Learning

Start with the Project-Based Learning Overview to learn important information about the project-based learning process, to see connections to science and ELA standards, to learn about the benefits to share with parents and administrators, and to determine how to integrate PBL into your classroom.

Use the Teaching Tips that accompany each Project-Based Learning Pack to learn about the specifics of each pack:

• Standards supported
• Project timeline
• Background and misconceptions
• How to facilitate the PBL process, including research, project work, peer review, presentations, and assessment
• Science A-Z resources recommended for use with the pack

Student resources in the packs support individuals and teams to help them plan and stay organized throughout the project-based learning process, including: