1. Using the Project-Based Learning approach means that there is no "dead end" after a project is completed. Students should feel accomplished--like they finished a journey--after their project is complete. With PBL, projects open new doors and ideas for students. PBL isn't only beneficial for the students, but for the teacher as well. With the PBL approach, teachers are able to link projects together which makes for easier lesson planning. The PBL approach focuses on the experience, learning, and reflection.
2. To bring a project home, there are many things that must take place. First, there should be a final reflection after the project. As mentioned in previous chapters, reflection is essential in a project because it allows students (and the teacher!) to bask in the glory of all their hard work. It allows them to critique their work and focus on their strengths. Critique is another part of bringing a project home. This is an opportunity to pick out the best ideas from the project and incorporate them in the next one. Next, it's important to share insights with other teachers and colleagues. This can also be an opportunity to practice using technology to share ideas from the project (ex. blogs, social media, etc.). The most important part about bringing a project home is to make sure you enjoyed the journey.
3. This chapter relates to our project because as a team we will have to collaborate on how to bring the project home. We will take our strengths and put them toward our next project, and we will eliminate parts of the project that didn't work out as well. We will take time to reflect on how the project went and we will enjoy the journey and accomplishments along the way.
I liked your comment about reflecting on the project. I agree with you when you mentioned that it is the best way to find out what students liked, what you can do better, and if there is anything you should take out of the project.
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