Problem-Based Learning
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Problem Based Module: Without Water
"Overview: In this project, you will explore a real-world problem, and then work through a series of steps to analyze that problem, research ways the problem could be solved, then propose a possible solution to that prob...
Social Media Marketing 101
"Overview: This lesson prepares learners for posting marketing ad to Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. The lesson explores the benefits of marketing on social media and how to cater to different customers based on the pl...
Problem Based Module: Viruses
"Overview: In this project, you will explore a real-world problem, and then work through a series of steps to analyze that problem, research ways the problem could be solved, then propose a possible solution to that prob...
Hands-On AI Projects for the Classroom: A Guide for Computer Science Teachers
"Overview: The projects in this guide use a student-driven approach to learning. Instead of simply learning about AI through videos or lectures, the students completing these projects are active participants in their AI...
Process-Oriented Based Assessment
"Overview: Process-Based Assessment represents a paradigm shift, aiming to capture the dynamic journey of learning rather than just the destination. By examining the processes, strategies, and problem-solving techniques...
College Physics - 2e
"Overview: This introductory, algebra-based, two-semester college physics book is grounded with real-world examples, illustrations, and explanations to help students grasp key, fundamental physics concepts. This online,...
Comparing Investments
"Overview: This lesson unit is intended to help teachers assess how well students are able to interpret exponential and linear functions and in particular to identify and help students who have the following difficulties...
What is the most responsible way to deal with electronic waste?
"Overview: The growing number of electronics that are becoming obsolete is staggering. The responsible disposal of these materials remains to be a highly debated topic and is one that does not have an easy answer. In thi...
Social work 515: Skills for the Helping Process-Groups
"Overview: The goal is to create a process for students to learn about the decolonization movement in Social Work and apply these concepts to reimage group work. They will do this by choosing a “problem” to address using...
Linear Equations Word Problems
"Overview: Learn to apply linear equations and their graphs to real-world problems. Write an equation based on a word problem, and graph the line described by your equation. Relate the equation and the line to the situat...
Math, Grade 7, Proportional Relationships, Solution Strategies (Feedback)
"Overview: In Part 2 of this two-part lesson, students review and revise their work on the Self Check task based on feedback from you and their peers and use what they’ve learned to solve similar problems.Key ConceptsStu...
Basic Analysis: Introduction to Real Analysis
"Overview: This free online textbook is a one semester course in basic analysis. These were my lecture notes for teaching Math 444 at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (UIUC) in fall 2009. The course is a fi...
Love it or Fix it: How can I design my dream bedroom?
"Overview: During this problem-based blended learning module students will be designing their dream bedroom as well as creating a scale drawing of the items they chose to be in their bedroom. The launch activity introdu...
What do my numbers say about my health?
"Overview: This problem-based learning module is students will be collecting their personal health numbers in a station rotation format. After choosing their health numbers to compare, the students will create a scatter...
Are we consuming more calories than we are putting out? How is our calorie intake affecting obesity and how do you maintain a healthy weight and lifestyle?
"Overview: In this problem-based learning module, students will be asked to brainstorm ideas and think innovatively both independently and collaboratively in addressing a real-world problem that is relevant to their dail...
Problem Based Module: Airline Travel
"Overview: In this project, you will explore a real-world problem, and then work through a series of steps to analyze that problem, research ways the problem could be solved, then propose a possible solution to that prob...
PRODUCT-BASED AUTHENTIC ASSESSMENT
"Overview: Product-based authentic assessment provides a valuable alternative to traditional forms of assessment by emphasizing practical application, creativity, problem-solving, collaboration, and communication skills....
COVID-19 & Health Equity, Grades 3-5
"Overview: The COVID-19 Pandemic is a clear example of how science and society are connected. This unit explores how different communities are differentially impacted by the virus through the lens of historical inequitie...
Text Structures and Reading Comprehension are Linked
"Overview: In this project, you will explore a real-world problem, and then work through a series of steps to analyze that problem, research ways the problem could be solved, then propose a possible solution to that prob...
Skin and the Effects of Ultraviolet Radiation
"Overview: Towards finding a solution to the unit's Grand Challenge Question about using nanoparticles to detect, treat and protect against skin cancer, students continue the research phase in order to answer the next re...