SPC 19 SMC – College Department

Problem-based and Project-based Instructional Plans

Introduction
In this module, you are expected to do the following:
- study the web resources in this module;
- participate in the Discussion Forum on the course site;
- do then Asynchronous Activities in this module; and
- write a reflection for this topic in your blog.

Total Number of Meetings 2 weeks

Outcomes
After studying the resources and accomplishing the activities in this module, you will be able to:
 explain problem-based and project-based learning approaches
 explain parts of a problem-based and project-based learning plan
 develop a project-based or problem-based learning plan that is ICT-integrated

A. Problem-based and Project-based Learning Approaches

This topic discusses the explaining of problem-based and project-based strategy from its nature, teaching with projects,
utilization of project-based multimedia learning & existing technology to help student inquiry.

Learning Activity
Click on the links below to access/download the web resources. Please study the resources carefully.

Blair, Nancye. (Jan/ Feb 2012). Technology Integration for the New 21st Century Learner. Today’s students needs
educators to re-envision the role of technology in the classroom. Retrieved from www. Naesp.org/principal-
januaryfebruary-2012-technology/technology-integration-new-21st-century-learner

The web resource focuses on the shift of the technology usage of the students from lower grade to middle schoolers
with their cell phones and Internet following on their blogs or YouTube channel. The article came from the National Association
of Elementary School Principals advocating that children is the focal point of the educational program and that education in our
society must assist each child to realize his or her potential as a functioning and contributing member of the society.

Estimated Time Required: 10-15 minutes

Study Questions:
Answer the questions below as you read the resource above to guide you in your study.
1. What are the emerging technologies integrated in classroom for the new 21st century learner?
2. What are the pros and cons of these technologies in teaching and learning for the new 21st century learner?
3. What should be the teachers’ vision on the role of technology in the classroom?

Seven (7) Key Elements of Problem-based Learning (PBL) Classrooms. Retrieved from https://bsd405.org (see Seven Key
Elements file)

The material was created by Sammamish Collaborative, a group of teachers, school leaders and the University of
Washington and Kruth Research Inc for the effort to prepare all students for college and career in the 21st Century through
changing fundamentals structures of school culture and classroom teaching. The web resource will guide you in the key elements
of PBL that help in bridging the gap between education and technology.

Estimated Time Required: 20-25 minutes

Study Questions:
Answer the questions below as you read the resource above to guide you in your study.
1. What are 7 key elements of PBL?
2. What is the gap between education and technology and why these exist?

Harnessing the Web. Project-based Learning Introduction. Retrieved from

www.globalschoolhouse.com/web/pbl/pblintro.htm

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The web resource is dedicated to Project-based Learning (PBL) approach. It provides the pedagogy, examples and
success stories of PBL in classrooms. Browse into the site and explore the different sections for you can have an idea about PBL
and how it suits your Unit Plan.

Project-Based Learning (15 Oct 2015). Retrieved from www.iste.org/explore/ topic/project-based-learning

The web resource focuses on solutions and connections that help improve opportunities for all learners by delivering:
practical guidance, evidence-based professional learning, virtual networks, thought-provoking events and the International
Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) standards. Explore the web resources for sample learning plans for different
elementary grade.

Estimated Time Required: 20-30 minutes

Study Questions:
Answer the questions below as you read the resource above to guide you in your study.
1. What are the concepts on PBL based on the samples from ISTE?
2. What are the technology tools using in the samples learning plans?
3. Describe how these tools were used in the learning plans to achieve the competencies.

Comparison of the difference of Problem and Project Based Learning. Retrieved from http://www.edutopia.org/blog/pbl-
vs-pbl-vs-xbl-john-larmer.

Estimated Time Required: 30-45 minutes

Study Questions:
Answer the questions below as you read the resource above to guide you in your study.
1. What are the elements of a project-based learning? problem-based learning?
2. What are main similarities and differences between problem-based learning and project-based learning?
3. What do you mean by extended learning experience the realm of teaching and learning?
4. What are the strategies done by your former elementary teachers in teaching these subjects?

Discussion Forum
After studying the resources above, participate in Discussion Thread 1 found in Discussion Forum 2 (see the
UECanvasLMS Course Site). The following are the questions that you must respond to:
1. Compare and contrast using a table the two approaches in learning. (Note: You can utilize other web resources with
proper citation)

*Note: Please cite concrete examples for each of your answers and provide theoretical support using the concepts learned from the resources or
from other references you have sought and read. Do not forget to observe proper citation of sources (in-text and works cited). Refer to the
Discussion Forum Guide.

B. Parts of a Problem-based and Project-based Learning Plan

This topic explains the parts of a problem-based and project-based learning plan from the Department of Education,
Intel® and from UNESCO.

Learning Activity
Click on the links below to access/download the web resources. Please study the resources carefully.

Khe Foon Hew and Thomas Brush (2006). Integrating technology into K to 12 teaching and learning: current knowledge
gaps and recommendations for future research. Education Tech Research Dev. 2007. 55: 223-252. DOI. 10.1007/ s11423-
006-9022-5 (see Hew and Brush file)

The web resource focuses on technology integration and the current strategies in K to 12 curriculum and possible future
research that came up because of the existing barriers or gap.

Estimated Time Required: 30-45 minutes

Study Questions:
Answer the questions below as you read the resource above to guide you in your study.
1. What are current knowledge gaps in the integration of technology into K to 12 teaching and learning?
2. From the article above, what recommendations for future you find interesting?

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DepEd Order no. 70, s. 2012. Guidelines on the Preparation of Daily Lessons. Retrieved from
www.deped.gov.ph/sites/default/order/2012/DO_s2012_70.pdf

Please download the learning plan template that can be served as a benchmark for your portfolio creation.

Estimated Time Required: 10-15

Study Questions:
Answer the questions below as you read the resource above to guide you in your study.
1. What are the basic guidelines on the preparation of daily lessons from DepEd?
2. What are the technology tools used in the samples lessons?
3. Describe how these tools were used in the daily lessons to achieve the target competencies.

Discussion Forum
After studying the resources above, participate in Discussion Thread 2 found in Discussion Forum 2 (see the
UECanvasLMS Course Site). The following are the questions that you must respond to:
1. From our chosen subject area, provide one (1) competency and one (1) target learning outcome. And based from your
learning, provide one (1) updated learning activity and one (1) assessment (or project idea). (Note: The key to this is
alignment from competency to assessment).

*Note: Please cite concrete examples for each of your answers and provide theoretical support using the concepts learned from the resources or
from other references you have sought and read. Do not forget to observe proper citation of sources (in-text and works cited). Refer to the
Discussion Forum Guide.

C. Project-based or problem-based learning plan that is ICT-integrated

This topic focuses on the development of problem-based and project-based learning plan with the utilization of existing
technology for teaching and learning.

Learning Activity
Click on the links below to access/download the web resources. Please study the resources carefully.

K to 12 Curriculum Guide. Retrieved from http://deped.gov.ph/k-to-12/curriculum-guides

Please download your chosen subject area curriculum guide. This will assist you in the development of learning
outcomes for your Unit Plan.

Estimated Time Required: 30-45 minutes (per subject area)

Study Questions:
Answer the questions below as you read the resource above to guide you in your study.
1. From the curriculum guide downloaded, are there any possible performances or product output that will serve as an
evidence of understanding or acquisition of the competencies and the learning outcomes that will help enhance your
proposed Unit Plan? What are those?

A Revision of Bloom’s Taxonomy: An Overview by David Krathwohl. Retrieved from Theory Into Practice, Volume 41,
Number 4, Autumn 2002. College of Education. The Ohio State University. (see Krathwohl file)

The web resource material provides an upgrade and revision of the original taxonomy by Benjamin Bloom by his fellow
colleague David Krathwohl. Based on this material, teachers can decide where and how to improve the planning of curriculum
and the delivery of instruction using the revised taxonomy of educational objective. Utilize this table in enhancing you learning
plan from the one you lifted from DepEd to your Unit Plan.

Estimated Time Required: 10-15

Study Questions:
Answer the questions below as you read the resource above to guide you in your study.
1. With the revised Taxonomy, can you consider a project idea for your unit plan?
2. Do you need technology integration with it? What are those?

Asynchronous Activity 2

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Instructions:

Revise the unit plan with the integration of instructional materials created together with sample project(s). This is will the first
revision of your Unit Plan with the integration of technology and aligning with sample student project. Submit your work in your
designated Submission Bin, with file name “SPC 19_LastName_Revised Unit Plan”. Deadline Sept 28, 11:59 pm.

UNIT 2 REFLECTION:

Answer the following reflection questions. Post your answers here.

(1) What did I learn from the topic?
(2) How can I apply this new learning in the future?

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