Moursund project-based learning model
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Definition
The Moursund project-based learning model as presented here has been published in one of the most popular textboooks, intitled "Project-based learning: Using Information Technology".
The model presented here draws from a summary of Moursund 2002: 57-64). We did not simply summarize, therefore it is our (DSchneider)'s interpretation of the model.
Context
This model can be applied (or rather adapted) to a wide range of project-based learning at various levels of teaching.
Definition of goals
Typicially project-based learning involves definition of different kinds of goals, e.g.:
- Gain knowledge and skills within a global (class-wide) subject area
- Gain knowledge and skills in individual project-related subject areas
- Improve IT skills (in particular improve ICT-enhanced "knowledge working" and "community of practice") skills
- Improve general problem solving skills including metacognitive and other learning strategies.
Definition of the PBL Lesson(s) Topic(s)
- under construction
Implementing a PBL Lesson
(this is only a short summary, please refer to the book for details)
Getting started
- Define the topic
- Define timelines, milestones and assessment methods
- Identify resources
- Prepare students (identify prequisites, teach project-methodology, identify what will have to be learnt
Links
- Dave Moursund, ICT-Assisted Project-Based Learning HTML.
- This is a Website designed to support a workshop, a short course, or self study. However, DSchneider also recommends to buy the book directly from ISTE
References
- Moursund, David (2002) Project-based learning: Using Information Technology, 2nd edition, ISTE. ISBN 1-56484-196-0
- Some chapters of prior edition are available online