Project Based Learning
Engage in active, hands-on workshops to uncover complex educational challenges
High Tech High K12 has been globally recognized as a leader in project based learning for over 25 years. As an embedded graduate school within the K12 ecosystem, HTH GSE is uniquely positioned to design powerful professional development experiences for adult learners. Experiences are crafted within the context of a thriving project based learning community with a range of opportunities to engage in person and virtually. Whether you are new to PBL or a veteran PBL expert, HTH GSE professional development sessions offer tools to hone your craft.
One day and multi-day sessions are led by experienced PBL teachers that weave the foundational elements of PBL with equity, social-emotional learning, and culturally responsive teaching practices.
PBL Design Camp
PBL Design Camp is a collaborative and personalized experience to support participants in navigating the phases of project design. Participants dissect and analyze HTH projects to uncover essential rhythms and structures of a project and prototype a project of their own to engage students in meaningful work. The workshop includes six interactive sessions, activities that model SEL strategies in a PBL classroom, visits to High Tech High schools, and a culminating exhibition of participant’s PBL project plan.
PBL In Action
Experience how PBL is an inclusive learning model for all students. PBL in Action models collaboration with progressive educators that are leading the way in equity, STEM/STEAM, literacy, and arts integration. Participants will utilize a set of instructional practices and design principles for bringing project-based learning to their classroom. This session builds community with other practitioners through Social Emotional Learning (SEL) strategies foundational to PBL. Participants design PBL projects that are relevant to student’s lived experience and tap into a variety of modes of expression for education environments seeking to include creativity, joy, and play.
Curated Visits
A curated visit to High Tech High K-12 in San Diego is an insider’s view into the culture that is so foundational to PBL. Join teachers, school leaders, and students to explore the inner workings of this inspiring system. Curated visits are offered throughout the school year while the K-12 campuses are in session. Reserve your visit today!
Project Unpacking
Virtual opportunities are offered through online project unpackings and virtual tours. Project unpackings provide an opportunity to deep dive into the essential components of PBL through interactive storytelling and authentic examples. Connect with HTH teachers and practice designing projects for your own context.
Virtual Tours
Participants can also join online for virtual tours of High Tech High K-12 schools. If you are curious about HTH and the GSE, join us monthly online for a free interactive presentation about the PBL model. Don’t miss this live student Q&A session.
Customized Professional Development
Bring PBL to your learning community and co-design your custom PBL event. Collaborate with HTH GSE faculty to design a unique professional development experience centered around your educational context. Facilitators model teaching practices and structures that equip your teachers and leaders to design and implement equitable and transformative learning experiences in their communities. Customized learning experiences are intended for teams or groups of 12 participants or more in order to optimize engagement and interaction, and can be offered online or in-person.
Upcoming Events
- Professional Learning, School Tours & Visits
- Oct 2024
- Professional Learning, School Tours & Visits
- Oct 2024
- Professional Learning, School Tours & Visits
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- PBL in Action, Professional Learning
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- Professional Learning, Project Unpacking
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- Professional Learning, Project Unpacking
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- PBL Design Camp, Professional Learning
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- Professional Learning, Project Unpacking
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