Summary:

Project Based Learning, PBL, is an incredible way to bring authentic learning applications to your students. Today, I'm chatting with Kristen Moore of @moorethanjustX all about getting started with PBL, some common challenges in designing authentic PBL units as well as how to avoid them, and some helpful tips for getting started!

Kristen is an instructional coach at a variety of schools across Michigan, applying her expertise of Project Based Learning from her years of teaching at a PBL-centric, competency-based high school. Kristen also provides professional development for educators everywhere through her math professional development company, Moore Than Just X. You can also find Kristen sharing her advice in various education publications, such as Edutopia and the Modern Classrooms Project.

Be sure to check out the links below to grab Kristen's free resources, learn more about her mission and professional development options, and connect with her online!

Links and resources:

• Meet Kristen on her website moorethanjustx.com or follow her on Instagram @moorethanjustX
• Join Kristen's Kick-ass Math Class Kickstart, where she helps you go from zero to fully-planned PBL experience in just 5 days!
• Join the incredible community for math-minded, forward thinking educators on Facebook in The Modern Math Teachers Movement group.
• Read Kristen's article on Edutopia: Creating Opportunities for Project Based Learning in Math
• Looking to rock your first year of teaching, or just reset your teaching passion? Grab my free ebook: New Teacher's Roadmap to Confidence and Growth
• Follow me on Instagram: @appleblossomteachers
• For current resources and updates, check out my website.

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