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Explore successful models for unleashing student agency though project based approaches.
Purpose
21st Century Schools recognize that students today need agency and ownership of their learning, and this can be activated through intentionally designed project- based approaches.
Overview
This engaging and thought-provoking 2.5-hour symposium is centered around building student agency through project-based learning (PBL) in the educational landscape. The symposium will bring together educators, administrators, and thought leaders who are passionate about empowering students to take control of their learning experiences.
School vision and mission statements often naturally suggest using a teaching and learning approach that fosters greater student agency and project based approaches. However, the reality of putting this into practice is often times harder than it looks. Curricular requirements, timetabling, assessment measures, and fixed learning spaces can present significant barriers. This session will explore a variety of approaches that turn these barriers into opportunities that unleash student agency within the context of high performing schools.
The symposium will kick off with a keynote, and then an opportunity for participants to attend three breakout presentation sessions, each showcasing a unique approach taken by schools to foster greater student agency and effectively integrate PBL into their curriculum. A dynamic panel discussion featuring thought leaders in the field will dive deeper into the challenges and successes of implementing student agency and PBL.
This exchange of ideas will enable participants to gain valuable insights and practical strategies for enhancing their own educational practices.
Symposium Highlights
- Understand the key principles and benefits of fostering student agency through project-based experiences
- Identify various approaches schools have taken to foster student agency through PBL Gain insights into the challenges and successes faced by schools when enabling student agency and adopting PBL.
- Fostering student agency through PBL in the context of high stakes exams and/or high academic expectations.
- Develop strategies to effectively build student agency and PBL into their own educational practices.
- Engage in critical discussions with thought leaders in the field, fostering a deeper understanding of student agency and high efficacy project-based learning.
- Connect with like-minded educators and administrators, building a supportive network for ongoing collaboration and professional growth.
Workshop Structure
HK Time (GMT+8) | Length | Agenda Item |
---|---|---|
16:00 | 15m | Introductions |
16:15 | 20m | Guest Speaker Keynote |
16:35 | 25m | Showcase 1 |
17:00 | 5m | Transition |
17:05 | 25m | Showcase 2 |
17:30 | 25m | Panel Discussion |
17:55 | 25m | Showcase 3 |
18:20 | 5m | Transition to Social |
18:25 | 35m | Social |
19:00 | ... | Social room open for anyone who wants to continue chatting |
Who Should Attend and Why?
- Curriculum Coordinators
- Directors of Learning
- School-Based Leaders
- Director of Education for School Groups
- Teachers
- Instructional Coaches
- STEM and Makerspace Coordinators
We encourage teams to attend the workshop so they can take advantage of hearing the multiple perspectives presented. This will support schools and their teams in subsequent internal engagements including discussion, design, and undertaking team reflections.
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