Creation in the real world is a disorganized process, and in order to foster authentic learning in the classroom, teachers must be flexible in planning and supporting learning experiences.

Bring about deeper, self-directed learning in elementary school students. This book outlines opportunities teachers and students have to exercise cognitive complexity, engagement, and technology integration through real-world project-based instruction. Part one details the Create Excellence Framework for 21st century skills, and part two offers sample lesson plans from real-world learning projects, so educators can help students take more responsibility for and find more enthusiasm in their own learning.

Benefits:

Learn each of the components of the research-based Create Excellence Framework for lesson planning and how each component connects to student content standards.

Discover the five levels of real-world learning, helping students find greater fulfillment in their PBL (project-based learning).

Answer questions to consider in setting up the Create Excellence Framework for real-world learning.

Consult real-world examples of Create Excellence Framework–applicable learning projects that meet the guidelines of curriculum standards.

Learn about many online tools and resources to promote online projects that engage students in authentic learning.

Contents

Introduction: The Create Excellence Framework for Real-World Learning

Part I:

Chapter 1—Real-World Learning

Chapter 2—Cognitive Complexity

Chapter 3—Student Engagement

Chapter 4—Technology Integration

Chapter 5—Implementation of the Create Excellence Framework

Part II:

English Language Arts Projects

Mathematics Projects

Social Studies Projects

Science Projects

References and Resources