PBL Training Redesign

Welcome to our project planning workshop! By the end of 90 minutes, you'll be able to design projects, write driving questions, and align events, kicking off your first weeks of instruction.Part 1: Start with the End in Mind. We'll introduce backward planning, beginning with the culminating project and then defining goals, driving questions, and weekly learning.In Part 2, Build the Foundation. We’ll cover key decisions like what students are creating, why it matters, and what questions keep them curious.Part 2 continues with strengthening your driving questions. We'll identify weak questions and rewrite them, ensuring engaging and impactful inquiry for your students.Part 3: From Vision to Plan. Discover how to introduce the Project Outline, detailing how every week moves students closer to the final project through four phases.Part 4: Daily Lessons and Part 5: The LEAP Way in Action. We'll connect project outlines to lesson plans, ensuring each lesson moves students toward their culminating project.Finally, a Closing Reflection. Consider what you'll start doing, what planning tool you'll use, and one change you'll make to your project. Resources are also available.This overall flow summarizes our 90-minute workshop, from welcoming objectives to integrating LEAP Way experiences. It's designed to help you confidently plan engaging afterschool projects.