5Let's Get Real About PBL

Does project-based learning (PBL) feel just out of reach in in your secondary classroom? Is project-planning an overwhelming project in and of itself? Dr. Jennifer Pieratt, a consultant and former teacher, knows firsthand how challenging designing projects can be, especially for secondary teachers with large caseloads and short class periods to engage in meaningful teaching and learning.

In this hands-on, interactive guide, Pieratt supports secondary teachers through the iterative process of planning authentic project-based learning experiences. Using backward design, she gives teachers ready to use strategies for identifying the best concepts to tackle in PBL experiences, brainstorming realistic projects, facilitating meaningful learning, and creating formative and summative assessments. The book is visually accessible in style and features

#realtalk soundbites that tackle the challenges to implementing PBL

Tips and resources to support the project-planning process

Planning forms to guide you through planning your projects

Key terminology and acronyms in PBL

Exercises to help you reflect and process throughout your project plans

Master PBL planning with this clear, efficient, and easy-to-use guide to creating enriching experiences for your students