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Benefits of project-based learning within current lab settings. Low budgetary impact. http://www.bie.org/object/video/project_based_learning_explained
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After directors office approval, discussion of shift to PBL on-site with students. Solicit feedback on what works in current model, how things should change. Show how PBL being used elsewhere in organization:
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Design repository for online resources (project creation, reference). Consult with in-house specialist on design. Open Ed Resources.
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Meeting with educators to define rubrics for meeting current state standards for mastery of related science topics. Enlist original content creators to incorporate open education resources into project plans. http://www.bie.org/object/video/project_based_teaching_practices_align_to_standards
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Define critical assessment points along the way. Checking for understanding and forwarding progress to teachers.
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VTC with Education Office at HQ to enlist and promote PBL. Discuss use of PBL as preparation for potential Hollings Scholars. https://www.noaa.gov/office-education/hollings-scholarship
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Conduct workshop for student sponsors. Show examples. Provide additional resources. Create mock PBL for existing lab.
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Create Cross-discipline projects: marine mammal research, weather, satellite data collection. Group discussion with other sponsors from different line offices.
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Formalize peer review process prior to final presentations. https://www.edutopia.org/pbl-assessment-resources
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Discussion with Outreach Coordinator about implementation of new approach. Help design presentation to local participating schools.
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Second workshop of PBL design. https://www.bie.org/blog/gold_standard_pbl_essential_project_design_elements
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Administer first PBL-plan to pilot group of students.
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Meet with sponsors to assess program to date. Look at strengths/weaknesses. Tweak program where necessary. https://www.teachingchannel.org/blog/2018/01/30/pbl-assessment-dirty-words
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Share results with senior leadership. Correlation to enhancing future leadership pool. Creating diverse populations of future scientists. Tie to current push to ensure inclusive and diverse workplace.
Show measurable increase.
Plan projects on a visual timeline
Map milestones, phases, deadlines, and key events in one place so the sequence is easier to see and share. Timetoast is a timeline maker for work, school, research, and stories.