Technology Supported Project Based Learning
School Education • 10 Day • €80
Preparation
- Once accepted to the course, participants will be directed to an online platform where they will have access to basic information, articles, videos and other resources related to project-based learning (PBL) and technology integration.
- Participants will be sent a list of resources providing information about examples of projects, technology integration tools and web 2.0 tools suitable for different subjects and age groups.
- Prior to the course, an online meeting will be organized with the participants and detailed information about the course program, expectations, use of the online platform and other logistical information will be provided.
Course Description
This course aims to provide teachers, educators and education professionals with the necessary knowledge and skills to effectively use the project-based learning (PBL) approach and technology integration in the digital age. The course will provide detailed information and practical applications on the basic principles of PBL, project cycle, technology integration models, web 2.0 tools, digital citizenship, project design and management, evaluation and feedback.
Objectives of the Course
- To familiarize participants with the project-based learning (PBL) approach and technology integration.
- Understand the basic principles of PBL and the project cycle.
- To have knowledge about technology integration models and web 2.0 tools and be able to use them effectively.
- To gain the skills to design and manage projects suitable for different courses and age groups.
- To be able to use evaluation and feedback methods effectively in project-based learning.
- Develop strategies to integrate PBL and technology integration into their own educational environments.
Methodology
- Interactive presentations and discussions
- Group work and project-based learning
- Workshops and hands-on activities
- Technology integration and use of web 2.0 tools
- Sample project reviews and presentations
- Expert guest speeches
- Online forums and discussion groups
- Peer learning and feedback
Learning Outcomes
At the end of the course;
- will be able to explain the importance and benefits of project-based learning (PBL).
- will be able to develop skills in planning, implementing and evaluating PBL projects.
- will be able to understand and apply technology integration models.
- will be able to use Web 2.0 tools effectively.
- will be able to design, manage and evaluate projects suitable for different courses and age groups.
- will be able to develop strategies to integrate PBL and technology integration into their own educational environments.
Following
- Participants will complete an online evaluation questionnaire at the end of the course and provide feedback on the effectiveness of the course.
- After the course, participants will be able to stay in touch with each other and the trainers through the online platform, share their experiences and receive support.
- Participants will apply the acquired knowledge and skills in their own educational settings and will be encouraged to develop and share their PBL practices.
- Participants will be invited to participate in future PBL activities and projects.
Daily schedule of training activities:
Day 1
Welcome and introduction
Project-based learning (PBL): Concepts, importance and benefits
21st Century skills and PBL
Activity: Brainstorming, group discussion, examining PBL examples
Project-based learning (PBL): Concepts, importance and benefits
21st Century skills and PBL
Activity: Brainstorming, group discussion, examining PBL examples
Day 2
PBL project cycle
Project planning, implementation and evaluation
Event: Project design workshop, analyzing sample projects
Project planning, implementation and evaluation
Event: Project design workshop, analyzing sample projects
Day 3
Technology integration models
SAMR model, TPACK model
Activity: Examples of technology integration, tools and resources
SAMR model, TPACK model
Activity: Examples of technology integration, tools and resources
Day 4
Web 2.0 tools and PBL
Tools for collaboration, communication and creativity
Event: Using Web 2.0 tools, digital storytelling
Tools for collaboration, communication and creativity
Event: Using Web 2.0 tools, digital storytelling
Day 5
Digital citizenship and PBL
Safe internet use, digital footprint
Event: Cyberbullying, copyright, digital ethics
Safe internet use, digital footprint
Event: Cyberbullying, copyright, digital ethics
Day 6
Evaluation in PBL projects
Process evaluation, product evaluation
Activity: Creating evaluation criteria, rubric design
Process evaluation, product evaluation
Activity: Creating evaluation criteria, rubric design
Day 7
Feedback in PBL projects
Effective feedback techniques
Activity Practicing giving and receiving feedback
Effective feedback techniques
Activity Practicing giving and receiving feedback
Day 8
PBL projects suitable for different subjects and age groups
Sample projects and applications
Event Interdisciplinary project design, presentations
Sample projects and applications
Event Interdisciplinary project design, presentations
Day 9
Integrating PBL and technology integration into the educational environment
Preparing and sharing action plans
Activity Preparing lesson plans, application examples
Preparing and sharing action plans
Activity Preparing lesson plans, application examples
Day 10
Course evaluation and closing
Certificate ceremony and farewell
Activity: Feedback collection, future plans
Certificate ceremony and farewell
Activity: Feedback collection, future plans
Target Audience
This course is suitable for teachers, educators, school administrators and all professionals working in the field of education at pre-school, primary, middle and high school levels.
