Setting+the+Stage+for+Inquiry

== = = =What do you know about PBL, inquiry, techno-constructivism or other 21st Century type instructional approaches and methods ?=

start with the end in mind authentic learning (real problem, real people, real evaluation) self-directed - within structure collaborative social context reflection higher order - exit points Assessment needs to match purpose All of these concepts are simply strategies that can be packaged together-- it isn't a philosophy.

=What do you Wonder?=

Where can I find resources anywhere in the world- people who are enthusiastic? Will assessments still be valuable in this context? Has research been done to see how much PBL is needed in the classroom for a good balance of retention. Are we allowed to give direct instruction in a PBL classroom? How do you scaffold this process? What happens when all kids do not hold their weight?