PBL and My Teaching

This week I had the opportunity to research different PBL projects and get a better idea of what the units look like in action.  I have migrated from the classroom into technology integration where I work with teachers on integrating technology into the classroom.  After seeing the projects in action, I can see more similarities with my teaching style and that of the PYP.  I will say that studying PBL in depth is giving me a better understanding of the PYP and if I go back into the classroom, will be able to look at creating units with a better perspective.

At this current point I have two ideas for my PBL project.  The first, was inspired by a project I looked about creating a drama productions.  I noticed while looking at the unit, that the evaluation was very heavy on the director with very little evaluation for other aspects of a production.  I was thinking of crafting my own unit, with a much balance and diversity as possible with added evaluations for areas like stage-management, props, lighting, costumes, etc.

I am also considering creating a unit focused on the BYOD program that we have at the school.  I feel a unit centred on learning how to set up and use their devices safely for learning could have a great impact on their learning and on the experience of the BYOD program.

After considerable thought, I have decided to focus on the BYOD project as this relates most directly to what I am currently doing and could potentially be used in the elementary school at the start of the next school year.