Question
Students will collaboratively brainstorm and select a compelling arguable question about how project-based learning makes them more successful, develop an initial position on the question, and outline their approach using input from Patti Hurley and their peers.
Days 1 - 2
Investigate
Students will collaborate with peers to gather credible sources, evaluate evidence, and identify key points that illustrate the benefits of project-based learning for their slides, while receiving feedback and guidance from community partner Patti Hurley.
Days 3 - 6
Construct
Students will collaboratively construct and refine their Google slideshow, incorporating multimedia elements and peer feedback to strengthen their persuasive arguments about Project-Based Learning's impact on student success, while regularly receiving input from community partner Patti Hurley.
Days 7 - 11
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Defend
Students will publicly present their 40-slide Google slideshow on Project-Based Learning to an audience of parents, community members, and staff at ITHS, articulating their findings and defending their arguments through evidence-backed reasoning and constructive feedback integration from mid-project forums.
Days 12 - 16
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