Ep 17: Projects vs Project Based Learning

In this episode of 'The Modern Math Teacher' podcast, we're diving headfirst into the exciting world of "Projects vs. Project-Based Learning." We explore the key differences between these teaching approaches and, most importantly, when to choose one over the other. 

Inside the episode, you'll walk away with three practical tips for designing engaging math projects, ensuring they align with your curriculum, resonate with real-world applications, and include effective assessment strategies.

Plus, we'll guide you on how to select units that could benefit from a project or a full-blown project-based learning experience. And the icing on the cake? You can download the 'Gold Standard PBL Planner' to walk you through the process with ease. 

Today's Topics:
- The distinction between traditional math projects and project-based learning.
- Choosing the right approach based on your curriculum and students' needs.
- Three practical strategies for designing engaging math projects.
- Selecting units for projects and project-based learning experiences.
- The 'Gold Standard PBL Planner' as a valuable resource.

Resources
- 'Gold Standard PBL Planner' - moorethanjustx.com/projectplanner
- Real-world examples of math applications in various fields.

Get ready to transform your math classroom with the right choice between projects and project-based learning. 🎙📚 #MathEducation #ProjectVsPBL

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More About the Modern Math Teacher Podcast

Kristen Moore, classroom teacher and instructional coach at Moore Than Just X, empowers modern secondary math teachers to transform the student experience with the strategies and the confidence to implement project-based learning, mastery-based assessment, and student engagement strategies in their classrooms.

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