Ep 32: Getting Started with PBL in Math Class

In this episode of The Modern Math Teacher, we're diving deep into the world of project-based learning (PBL). From demystifying PBL to today's practical steps, get ready to roll up your sleeves and embark on a transformative journey in your math classroom. We've got the keys to make math class real, relevant, and rigorous through PBL, so let's get started!

Today’s Topics

1. Setting the Foundation:- Kristen takes us on a quick journey, revisiting past episodes and connecting the dots between student engagement, PBL, and the 3Rs (real, relevant, rigorous). Learn why a strong math community is the cornerstone for PBL success.

2. Choosing the Right Project:- Discover the art of choosing the perfect project, with insights on aligning topics with learning targets, personalizing projects for student engagement, and fostering collaboration to enhance the PBL experience.

3. Planning and Implementation : - Kristen unveils her planning process, offering a unique approach to marry curriculum requirements with PBL. Explore the importance of defining goals, creating timelines, and assigning roles for a successful PBL implementation.

4. Assessing and Reflecting:   - Learn smart strategies to assess individual content knowledge and make assessment a breeze. 

This is an exciting episode that will arm you with the essentials to kickstart your PBL journey. Remember, it's not just about teaching math; it's about creating an experience. Keep that PBL fire burning as your students embark on a transformative journey. Until next time, keep it real!

Resources

• Check out Project Based Math Class Creator to learn how to write and create your own PBL unit with an opportunity for Kristen's feedback. 
• Explore Project Based Math Class Teacher to master the art of assessing students and systems to rock pbl in your class
• Read about tiEdutopia:

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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.

Whether you're a math education newbie or a seasoned veteran, you'll find something new and inspiring in every episode. You’re already a listener, why not join the Movement inside ✨The Modern Math Teachers Movement Facebook group. Join the community of math teachers who are not afraid to shake things up and make math class the best part of the day for our students. So tune in each Tuesday, have some fun, and let's elevate our math teaching game together!

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