Twelfth International Conference on e-Learning & Innovative Pedagogies

Abstract

What? Can this be done? YES of course it can! Come along and see how Dubbo School of Distance Education has made it a successful way of getting distance education students and teachers to plan, collaborate and discover the importance of authentic audiences and real-world experiences. Come and sample how to write an effective driving question and see the amazing final student products. Be prepared to have some fun while you engage in PBL processes; learn how to incorporate learning dispositions and the 4 C’s (Creativity, Critical Reflection, Communication & Collaboration) into planning engaging student opportunities. Walk away with some great takeaway strategies & resources. Hear about some key Stage 3 – 5 projects: “the Happiness Project”, “Save Our Stripes,” “Unless,” “Dark Sky” and how to implement PBL camps/workshops with students. Learn what collaborative ICT tools best support PBL; find out what works well, and even what doesn’t. Walk away with prizes and shared resources that will send you on your journey to becoming a true PBL professional in your school. Key outcomes for this workshop include: selecting and using appropriate teaching strategies to develop student’s knowledge, skills, problem-solving, critical thinking and creativity; Integrating ICT into learning and teaching programs, and for chosen content to be relevant and meaningful for students; Contributing to collegial discussion and networks to improve professional knowledge and practice.