Presented by: Shelly Sanchez Terrell Session Description: The student-centered approach of project-based learning combined with the power of mobile devices can help students build 21st-century skills such as critical thinking, collaboration, creativity, and communication. Join Shelly Terrell as she provides an insight into how PBL and mobile devices can improve learning outcomes such as student engagement, retention of content, problem-solving skills, digital literacy, and more! In addition, you will walk away with a variety of lesson ideas to implement in the classroom, including tips and tricks for evaluating student projects. Assessment: Participants will join a collaborative backchannel chat to discuss ideas for project-based learning with mobile devices to demonstrate their understanding of the session objectives and reflect on their learning.

Do you want to empower your students to take charge of their learning through meaningful, inquiry-driven projects? Offering students voice and choice in their learning path enhances their sense of ownership, engagement, and motivation. Join Michelle Dragalin for this timesaving, to the point session she shares valuable insights into how project-based learning cultivates critical thinking, collaboration, and problem-solving skills while allowing students to explore topics that resonate with their interests. Get ready to foster a culture of inquiry in your classroom that sparks curiosity and passion for learning in every student! Michelle’s expertise in project-based learning will equip you with the tools and skills you need to cultivate a classroom where students are not just learners but active contributors to their education. Key Takeaways Uncover strategies to give students a voice and choice in their learning journey. Learn how to design and implement project-based learning experiences that captivate student interest. Explore techniques to ignite and sustain a culture of inquiry in your classroom. Discover effective methods for assessing student progress and growth within a project-based framework. Presented by Michelle Dragalin Michelle Dragalin is a versatile online freelance writer, curriculum developer, adjunct professor, and instructional designer. With a master's degree in curriculum and instruction, as well as a specialist’s degree in educational technology, Michelle brings a wealth of expertise to the field. Her background includes roles as a paraprofessional and head start teacher, along with extensive experience in catering to diverse learners across Pre-K to tenth grades.

Presented by: Eva Harvell Session Description:Did you know that some students begin research projects as early as kindergarten? This can spark fear in teachers, and when you add virtual learning, research can become downright scary! Join Eva Harvell as she shares strategies for taking the fear out of research for teachers. You will also walk away with a variety of resources to help incorporate research into your curriculum, including some tips and tricks that will enable you to be better prepared to teach research – in any grade level or subject area!

Presented by: Dr. Matt Bergman This is session three of six for the series titled "Designing Choice Boards for Personalized and Blended Learning Experiences" NOTE: While we recommend that you attend all sessions of the workshop series to meet the learning objectives, each workshop can be attended as a standalone. Premium Members have access to view the recordings on demand and earn up to six continuing education credits. Workshop Description: Providing students with voice and choice is an essential element of true project-based learning. Join Dr. Matt Bergman as he defines project-based learning and shares tools and strategies for supporting project-based learning through menu choice boards. Participants will also have an opportunity to create their own menu choice board that they can immediately use with their students. Special Technology Instructions: Participants will need access to an internet device and a non-school, personal Google account. SimpleK12’s Google Classroom will be utilized for the interactive and hands-on components of this workshop. Assessment: Participants will complete an exit ticket to demonstrate their understanding of the workshop objective and reflect on their learning.

Presented by: Dr. Monica Burns Session Description:What type of projects can students create at home? Students of all ages can make movies, websites and posters as they get creative at home! Join Dr. Monica Burns, as she shares ten creative project ideas students can do at home with the free Adobe Spark tools. You'll learn about project ideas you can tailor to different age groups, how to communicate suggestions and recommendations to families, and tips to celebrate student work from a distance!