09/13/2023
🚨 New Resource for PBLers!
Book Description
Project-Based Learning PLUS Social and Emotional Learning equals student and educator success.
Imagine not only helping kids reach their potential academically but as citizens in society as well. In this groundbreaking new book, you will learn how!
Take project-based learning (PBL)—in which students develop educational skills like research, critical thinking, and teamwork—to the next level by enhancing it with personal competencies like self-management, social awareness, and responsible decision-making. Written by an expert in PBL, student well-being, and technology with different levels of educator PBL experience in mind, this guide to harnessing the power of these approaches provides:
· The five elements of the PBL+ Framework
· Tools and rubrics that help you engage all students and assess their projects
· Ways to align PBL with the five SEL competencies outlined by CASEL
· Tips for putting PBL+ into practice to facilitate your own teaching plans
The framework described in this book, grounded by research and supported by practical steps, is replicable in any classroom and provides educators guidance for strengthening their instructional practice to create an empowering student experience.
About the Author
Jorge Valenzuela is a well-regarded and nationally recognized performance and education coach, author, and speaker at Lifelong Learning Defined. He has helped countless educators improve their leadership and instructional innovation skills. Jorge specializes in emphasizing core instruction and is a trusted deliverer of reputable professional training in team building, project based learning, STEM pathways, and SEL integration across the curriculum. He partners with superintendents and provides professional development on behalf of Corwin, ASCD, Instructional Innovation Partners, and Solution Tree. Jorge has authored several books and is the host of the Lifelong Learning Defined podcast.
Link to Order
https://us.corwin.com/books/pbl-282868
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