Giving Youth Control with Project-Based Learning

Staff Development Guide

Training Situation: Training (large group)

Length: 120 minutes

Objectives: Participants will engage with the components of project-based learning to learn ways to support giving youth control.
Agenda
  • Welcome – 5 minutes
  • Complete a Min-PBL Cycle
    • Selecting a Theme – 5 minutes
    • Entry Event: A Nature Walk – 25 minutes
    • Choosing a Driving Question – 15 minutes
    • Sustained Inquiry – 40 minutes
    • Review, Revise, and Present – 10 minutes
  • Planning for PBL – 15 minutes
  • Conclusion – 5 minutes

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