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"PBL Tech is designed as an educational technology resource specifically tailored to the needs of Project Based Learners. "

"The Common Core has embedded within it some Big Ideas that shift the role of teachers to curriculum designers and managers of an inquiry process. How can project-based learning (PBL) help with this shift?"

"Project-based learning, as with all lessons, requires much preparation and planning. It begins with an idea and an essential question. "

"I often talk with educators (and parents and administrators) who are convinced that their students are working within Project Based Learning environments. They tell me about the wonderful projects the kids have created and how much fun the kids have. I'm always delighted to hear the kids are having fun in school! However, I find that when asked a few probing questions, it becomes clear whether or not PBL is actually happening or if the teachers are merely creating projects for students to complete."

"Project design/instruction customarily calls for beginning with the end of mind, or with what understandings we want students to walk away. However, there were times in which I found a "cool" tool that I just had to use with my students, and therefore I began "with the technology in mind.""