PBL Sustainability Program

Phases of PBL Workshop Facilitation

Purpose

Participation

n Learn

the BIE model for PBL

n Walk in the shoes of a participant
n Practice the BIE project design process

Purpose

n Participate

in at least one workshop

n Be physically and professionally present
n Engage in the process as a learner
n Develop familiarity with BIE tools and norms

Observation

n Experience

different National Faculty styles

n Become familiar with workshop content,
protocols, and activities
n Gather facilitation tips and strategies

Expectations

Expectations

n Observe

an average of two workshops

n Be physically and professionally present
n Come with your materials prepared (e.g. PBL
101 Workbook, slide notes, technology, etc.)
n Establish rapport with participants
n Support participants during project work time
n Expand repertoire of BIE tools and resources
n Prepare for co-facilitation

Deliverable: Design and submit an original Project Design (Overview & Student Learning
Guide), Project Assessment Map, Project Calendar, and Project Design Reflection

Deliverable: Submit your Observation Reflections

Purpose
n Model

Co-Facilitation

the 8 Essential Elements and the

project process
n Practice delivery and facilitation
n Receive feedback from BIE National Faculty
n Refine PBL 101 workshop facilitation skills

Expectations

n Co-facilitate

an average of two workshops

n Demonstrate your capacity as a
PBL 101 workshop facilitator
n Model presentation skills; reflect on feedback
n Establish rapport with participants;
use humor, personal stories, and icebreakers
n Support participants during project work time

Deliverable: Submit your Co-Facilitation Reflections

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