by John McCarthy | Aug 14, 2020 | authenticity, PBL, Project Based Learning
By John McCarthy – Twitter: @JMcCarthyEdS – www.openingpaths.org Download: PDF version Project Based Learning is a vehicle for powerful authentic learning experiences. With many structures available to use the application of quality PBL can sometimes be...
by John McCarthy | Jun 21, 2019 | authenticity, Pedagogy, Project Based Learning
“Why should I care?” This is the question that educators must address, as the answers can determine the level of engagement by students for curriculum experiences. The best answers are not explanations but learning experiences that are authentic to the learners’ world...
by John McCarthy | Oct 16, 2018 | authenticity, Pedagogy, resources, strategies, Voice
by John McCarthy, EdS – Follow on Twitter When it comes to learning, involving the learner is important. Reflect on how you learn best. Having a say so as to align or customize the experiences is something that most of us prefer. Why would our students feel any...
by John McCarthy | Sep 24, 2017 | authenticity, Culture, Driving_Question, PBL, Pedagogy, Project Based Learning, resources, strategies
Follow on Twitter @JMcCarthyEdS and subscribe to this website and the Youtube Channel for access to the latest in instructional design and developing and empowering Student Voice. ********* Planning and implementing innovative learning experiences at the unit design...
by John McCarthy | Jun 16, 2016 | authenticity, Driving_Question, Formative Assessments, Global Skills, PBL, Project Based Learning
Checkout ALE/PBL Guide Entering most classrooms, there is information about the learning outcomes and assignments posted. The purpose is to let students know what is the focus and follow up work that is connected. This information is like the billboards along the...
by John McCarthy | Feb 9, 2016 | authenticity, Pedagogy, strategies, Voice
Student Voice is key to student learning. Think about what motivates you more to learn something. Likely it’s where you have a say in what is being explored and/or how the practices and products will take shape. Our learners are no different. Here are resources...
