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Binge PBL for Administrators by Magnify Learning

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Binge PBL for Administrators WHAT: 20 Episode Podcast (15 Minutes or less) to Give ADMINISTRATORS an Overview of Project Based Learning Implementation WHO: Brought to you by Magnify Learning, your customized PBL partner for over a decade. CALL TO ACTION: Subscribe for a PBL resource in every episode FREE RESOURCE: Go to WhatisPBL.com for your first free resource. —------------------------------ Magnify Learning is a teacher driven organization dedicated to expanding the use of high quality Project Based Learning (PBL) through Project Based Learning professional development. We provide customized PBL Workshops and Coaching for schools and districts, individual teachers and small groups, administrators and afterschool workers. Our emphasis is on building relational culture and authenticity. We don’t just talk about transforming education through Project Based Learning — we are actively engaged in the implementation of PBL across the country. Our passion is using Project Based Learning professional development to improve the lives of students and move edu

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E0 - Introduction to Binge PBL for Administrators

Sunday, December 22, 2024 • Duration 03:39

Description: This podcast is for visionary school administrators who are exploring project-based learning (PBL). Over 20 episodes, this podcast will explore the top PBL topics school administrators have asked about over the last decade. The host will discuss topics such as: Why PBL is the best approach for students and teachers How to engage community partners How to build a positive community perception for your school How transforming faculty meetings can change collaboration in the classroom This podcast will help you leave a legacy of doing what is best for teachers and kids and lead inspired for the rest of your career. PBL Leadership Success Stories Cynthia from Kentucky- principal of a Title One elementary school who wants more for her students Shannon from Florida- principal who has every teacher PBL certified and wants her students to reach the highest level of success possible. Key takeaways: This podcast will provide administrators with a free accelerated jump start to their PBL journey with a ton of resources along the way. PBL helps students achieve the highest level of success possible. Listeners are encouraged to rate and review the show to help other inspired leaders find their why and lead inspired. Resources: Episode one: listeners will receive a toolkit to get started Episode 5: listeners will receive a free copy of Ryan Steuer’s book “PBL Simplified” Episode 10: listeners will receive a free YouTube series specifically for administrators Sign up for design days to catapult your PBL journey forward. Design days take place when Magnify Learning hosts you and your leadership team at one of their national PBL model schools to see the work and plan the work.

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E1 - Why PBL is Best for Kids...and Teachers and Administrators

Saturday, December 21, 2024 • Duration 09:24

Description: This podcast is for visionary school administrators who are exploring project-based learning (PBL). This episode focuses on how PBL is beneficial for students, teachers, and administrators. The host shares stories about how PBL has transformed the lives of students and teachers, and he explains how administrators can lead their schools to success with PBL. Key Takeaways: PBL helps students develop context and "handles" for learning, become empowered, and get introduced to different careers. PBL helps teachers teach the way they've always wanted to teach, become empowered problem solvers, and improve their teaching practices through transparency. PBL helps administrators lead their schools instead of just managing them, build strong schools that can thrive even without them, and create a legacy of success. Administrators can create a new future for their schools with PBL by having a clear vision, building confidence, and rolling through that vision. Resources: whatispbl.com - Listeners can find their first set of resources to continue on their PBL journey at this website. Call to Action: Listeners are encouraged to rate and review the show to help other inspired leaders find their why and lead inspired.

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E10 - Backwards Design and Project Based Learning

Thursday, December 12, 2024 • Duration 09:09

Brought to you by Magnify Learning, your customized PBL partner. This episode focuses on how administrators can use backward design to effectively implement project-based learning (PBL). Host Ryan Steuer uses the analogy of "fixer-upper" shows to illustrate the concept of starting with the end in mind and working backward to achieve that vision. Key Takeaways: Backward design is essential for successful PBL implementation. Administrators must model backward design for teachers, who will then model it for their students. Transparency and metacognition are key components of effective backward design modeling. Main Topics Covered: Understanding Backwards Design: Steuer emphasizes that just like in home renovation, starting with the desired outcome and working backwards ensures a cohesive and successful project. This applies to administrators developing PBL in their schools. Three Modeling Opportunities for Administrators: Modeling Backwards Design for School Vision: Administrators should model backward design to achieve their original vision for the school. Utilize tools like a Profile of a Graduate to define the desired skills and knowledge students should have upon graduating. Determine where these skills are being developed in the current curriculum and identify areas for enhancement. Use a Model Schools Rubric to compare your school's PBL implementation to a model school and identify areas for improvement. Modeling Backwards Design for Assessment: Administrators should guide teachers in planning their assessments using backward design. Help teachers identify power standards and decide how they will be assessed. Work with teachers to map assessments to specific milestones within the PBL unit. Emphasize high and tight assessment practices to ensure student growth and rigorous content coverage. Connect assessment traits back to the desired traits identified in the Profile of a Graduate. Modeling Backwards Design Through Transparency: Administrators should be transparent with their backward design process in PLCs and staff meetings. Clearly demonstrate the connection between power standards, assessments, and classroom practices. Show how the overall school vision is reflected in faculty meetings, professional development, and PLCs. Consistently model backward design for teachers, who will then model it for their students. Benefits of Backwards Design for Students: Modeling backward design is crucial for student success, helping them develop the essential life skill of working backwards from a desired outcome to determine the steps needed to achieve it. Metacognition and Transparency: Administrators should be transparent about their thought process while modeling backward design and use metacognition to explain their reasoning. This helps teachers understand the "why" behind the process. Three Ways to Implement Backwards Design in PBL: Start with the school's vision, Profile of a Graduate, or Model Schools Rubric. Support teachers in planning their assessments by connecting them to power standards and milestones. Maintain transparency and consistently model the backward design process in meetings and PLCs. Call to Action: Visit pblsimplified.com for a YouTube series designed for administrators to enhance PBL implementation. Rate and review the show to help other administrators discover the podcast.

E11 - Time Management in Project Based Learning

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 • Duration 10:42

Brought to you by Magnify Learning, your customized PBL partner. This episode focuses on how administrators can help teachers effectively manage time within the framework of project-based learning (PBL). Host Ryan Steuer highlights the common issue of "Godzilla Projects" - PBL units that grow uncontrollably in scope and duration. He offers three "gems" for administrators to help teachers stay on track and avoid these pitfalls. Key Takeaways: Time management is crucial for successful PBL implementation. Administrators should provide support and guidance to help teachers pace their projects effectively. Clear structures, benchmarks, and open communication are essential for keeping PBL units on track. Main Topics Covered: The "Godzilla Project" Problem: Steuer uses the analogy of the monster Godzilla to illustrate how PBL units can grow out of control. Well-meaning teachers often add more content and activities, leading to projects that exceed their intended timeframe. Three Time Management Gems for Administrators: Structure Projects with Clear Benchmarks and Timelines: Help teachers establish clear benchmarks and timelines for their PBL units. Encourage teachers to break down projects into smaller, manageable chunks with specific deadlines. Utilize planning meetings or tuning protocols to review project plans and timelines. Ask guiding questions to prompt teachers to think about pacing, assessment timing, and potential time constraints. Balance Long-Term Projects with Day-to-Day Demands: Communicate that PBL is the primary mode of teaching and learning, not an extra task. Help teachers integrate PBL into their curriculum maps and consider the overall flow of the semester. Encourage teachers to anticipate and plan for school events, conferences, and assessments that may impact project timelines. Collaborate with teachers to find creative ways to minimize the time spent on entry events and presentations while maintaining engagement. Anticipate and Manage Unexpected Challenges: Provide teachers with strategies to address unforeseen challenges such as community partner cancellations, student needs, or content adjustments. Encourage teachers to have backup plans and be flexible in their approach to maintain momentum. Offer resources like the "PBL versus a Project" overview to help teachers understand the differences in structure and time management between traditional projects and PBL units. Assessment and Time Management: Stress the importance of ongoing assessment throughout the PBL unit, rather than waiting until the end. Encourage teachers to assess content standards regularly to ensure students are mastering concepts and to identify any areas where additional support is needed. Call to Action: Download the free "PBL versus a Project" overview resource. Watch the PBL Simplified YouTube video explaining the difference between PBL and traditional projects. Rate and review the podcast to help other administrators. Transition to the Next Episode: The host teases the next episode, which will focus on integrating standards into PBL units.

E12 - Integrating Standards and Curriculum in Project-Based Learning

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 • Duration 12:10

Brought to you by Magnify Learning, your customized PBL partner. This episode explores the crucial aspect of integrating standards and curriculum into project-based learning (PBL) to ensure academic rigor and successful implementation. Host Ryan Steuer emphasizes that PBL should not be perceived as "fluff" but as a robust, standards-based approach to education. Key Takeaways: Effective PBL implementation requires a deliberate focus on integrating standards and curriculum. Administrators play a vital role in guiding teachers to weave standards into project design without stifling creativity. Transparency and documentation are essential for demonstrating standards alignment to stakeholders. Main Topics Covered: Model Schools: Stoyer highlights two successful examples: Dixie Elementary: A Title 1 school that significantly improved its state test scores by implementing PBL. Southport Elementary: A high-performing school that utilized PBL to enhance employability skills while maintaining its high achievement levels. Three Key Points for Integrating Standards and Curriculum: Weaving Standards into Project Design Without Stifling Creativity: Administrators should provide clear boundaries and expectations for PBL units while allowing space for teacher creativity. This balance can be achieved by: Setting clear parameters, similar to providing a painter with a canvas of specific dimensions. Engaging in open communication and collaboration with teachers to find solutions that address scheduling and curriculum mapping needs. Combining Multiple Subject Standards in Interdisciplinary Projects: Connecting subject matter to PBL units enhances the learning experience. Interdisciplinary projects foster authentic connections between subjects, deepening the PBL experience. Pairing content-based standards with skills-based standards creates strong interdisciplinary connections. Stoyer offers examples such as: Humanities Projects: Combining social studies (content) and English language arts (skills). STEM Projects: Combining science (content) and math (skills). Documenting Standards Alignment for Transparency and Accountability: While PBL offers teachers creative freedom, it is crucial to maintain accountability and transparency regarding standards coverage. Administrators should guide teachers to: Clearly demonstrate how power standards are addressed within their PBL units. Adjust curriculum maps to reflect the project-based approach while clearly indicating where and how standards are taught and assessed. Regularly requesting documentation and evidence of standards alignment improves transparency and accountability. Benefits of Emphasizing Standards Alignment: Increased transparency in teaching and learning. Improved test scores due to a focused approach on power standards. Valuable professional development opportunities for teachers around curriculum mapping and standards-based instruction. Call to Action: Administrators are encouraged to listen to the PBL Simplified Podcast for ongoing support and professional development. The host emphasizes the importance of continuing the conversation on PBL implementation and standards integration.

E13 - From Teacher to Facilitator

Monday, December 9, 2024 • Duration 11:35

Brought to you by Magnify Learning, your customized PBL partner. This episode explores the transition from a teacher-centered classroom to a student-centered, project-based learning (PBL) environment, emphasizing the shift in the teacher's role from "teacher" to "facilitator." Host Ryan Steuer explains that this transition involves a change in approach and mindset, not just terminology. Key Takeaway: Administrators can support teachers in embracing a facilitator role through modeling, coaching, and by setting clear expectations that encourage a student-centered learning environment. Main Topics Covered: Shifting from Teacher-Centered to Student-Centered Learning: Moving away from the traditional "sage on the stage" model, teachers in a PBL environment act as "guides on the side". While still content experts, teachers empower students to take ownership of their learning. Three Supports for Administrators to Help Teachers Transition: Guide Inquiry Through Questioning: Model asking questions instead of giving answers. Encourage teachers to use inquiry-based techniques, prompting students to think critically and generate solutions. Recommend resources like Inquiry Mindset by Trevor McKenzie. Coach Teachers to Adapt to the Facilitator Role: Recognize and highlight existing facilitation practices teachers already use. Encourage gradual incorporation of facilitation techniques. Align evaluation systems to reflect the facilitator role, focusing on aspects like the number of questions asked during observation. Set Clear Expectations and Build Trust: Acknowledge the significant shift this transition represents for teachers. Collaboratively define classroom norms and agreements that support student-led learning. Model these norms in interactions with staff. Understanding the PBL Classroom: Encourage school visits to observe PBL classrooms in action or provide video examples. Highlight differences between traditional and PBL environments. Additional Resources for Teachers: Recommend the Binge PBL for Teachers podcast, offering practical classroom strategies. Call to Action: Administrators are encouraged to utilize the suggested supports to guide teachers in successfully transitioning from a teacher to facilitator role, fostering a student-centered, PBL environment.

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E14 - Assessing Learning in PBL

Sunday, December 8, 2024 • Duration 13:23

Brought to you by Magnify Learning, your customized PBL partner. This episode dives into the crucial role of assessment in a Project-Based Learning (PBL) environment. Host Ryan Steuer emphasizes that implementing PBL effectively requires a shift in assessment practices, moving beyond traditional methods to ensure students are mastering both content knowledge and essential 21st-century skills. Key Takeaway: Administrators need to lead the shift towards effective PBL assessment by facilitating discussions, addressing grading concerns, and fostering transparency with both teachers and parents. Main Topics Covered: The Need for Assessment in PBL: Great teaching doesn't always equal great learning. Assessment is vital to confirm student mastery of content and employability skills. Solid assessment practices help determine the effectiveness of PBL implementation and other school initiatives. PBL promotes transparency in assessment, allowing clear insights into student progress. Recommended Resource: "Life's a Project" by Andrew Larson offers valuable insights on assessment theory within a PBL framework. Four Leadership Moves for Effective PBL Assessment: Facilitate Discussions About Shifting Assessment Practices: Prepare teachers for the transition to PBL assessments, including formative assessments, workshops, and reteaching strategies. Utilize visuals like the "PBL versus a project" graphic to illustrate the differences. Address Grading in a PBL Context: Discuss how assessment should encompass both content mastery and 21st-century skills. Consider using separate grading "buckets" for areas like content knowledge, agency, presentation, and collaboration. Explore resources like Thomas Gusky's work and Steuer's book, "PBL Simplified," for guidance on PBL grading. Navigate Group vs. Individual Grading: Address concerns regarding group work and ensure fairness in grading. Steuer recommends focusing on individual student work and suggests a system where the initial steps of the PBL process are done individually to assess content knowledge. Understand and Explain PBL Assessment to Parents: Equip yourself to articulate how and where teachers are assessing within the PBL framework. Be prepared to explain the rationale behind grading practices, particularly for collaboration and presentation. Transparency in Assessment: Transparency benefits parents, students, teachers, and the school community as a whole. It helps demonstrate student progress, ensures accountability, allows for evaluation of PBL effectiveness, and improves community perception. Call to Action: Magnify Learning's "Design Days" program helps schools launch their PBL vision effectively by providing leadership training and teacher workshops. Looking Ahead: Episode 15 will focus on faculty collaboration in assessment, exploring how to involve teachers in the process to foster a culture of transparency and accountability.

E15 - Faculty Collaboration and Team Dynamics

Saturday, December 7, 2024 • Duration 13:06

Brought to you by Magnify Learning, your customized PBL partner. This episode focuses on the crucial role of faculty collaboration and strong team dynamics in successful PBL implementation. Host Ryan Steuer emphasizes that establishing a culture of continuous innovation requires intentional effort from administrators, starting with fostering a collaborative environment among staff. Key Takeaway: Administrators play a critical role in fostering a collaborative and innovative environment by establishing clear structures and processes, modeling best practices, and addressing conflicts constructively. Main Topics Covered: The Power of Protocols: Steuer recounts an anecdote about a principal who instinctively sought staff input on establishing a protocol for a discussion, highlighting the positive impact of transparent leadership and a culture of protocols. He emphasizes that high-performing schools prioritize structured processes, as they are key to achieving desired outcomes. Three Simple Moves for Creating a Culture of Continuous Innovation: Offer Strategies for Collaboration During Staff Meetings: Steuer stresses the value of using protocols during staff meetings to ensure everyone's voice is heard, gather effective feedback, and streamline discussions. He recommends the "tuning protocol" as an effective method for gathering feedback and emphasizes that introducing protocols might require persistence. Practices Need to Permeate All Aspects of Human Interaction: Steuer advocates for using protocols in all interactions, from one-on-one meetings to large group discussions, to create consistency and foster a collaborative culture. He emphasizes the importance of always having an agenda, even for brief meetings, to ensure focused and productive discussions. Modeling these practices as an administrator encourages teachers to adopt them, which can then influence student interactions. Discuss How to Address and Resolve Team Conflicts Constructively: Steuer acknowledges that conflicts are inevitable in any team environment. He urges administrators to proactively teach conflict resolution strategies, such as check-ins and the 24-hour rule. Role-playing can provide teachers with valuable practice in addressing and resolving conflicts. Creating a Culture of Continuous Innovation: Steuer reiterates that achieving a culture of continuous innovation requires deliberate action and highlights the importance of modeling desired behaviors for teachers. He emphasizes that these practices scaffold success for both teachers and students, creating a positive and productive learning environment. Call to Action: Steuer challenges administrators to rework their faculty meetings to be more collaborative, ensuring they are productive and engaging for teachers. He recommends using Magnify Learning's free one-page playbook for winning faculty meetings, available on their website. Looking Ahead: Steuer reminds listeners that the next episode will delve into scaffolding skills for success.

E16 - Scaffolding Skills for Success in Project Based Learning

Friday, December 6, 2024 • Duration 11:22

Brought to you by Magnify Learning, your customized PBL partner. Key Takeaway: Administrators must provide scaffolding for their teachers, just as teachers scaffold for their students, to successfully implement and sustain Project-Based Learning (PBL) in their schools. Episode Summary: This episode emphasizes the critical role of administrators in providing support and guidance to teachers during PBL implementation. Host Ryan Steuer suggests visiting PBL model schools to observe best practices and gather valuable insights. He highlights the importance of understanding the scaffolding process that model schools underwent to achieve their success. Three Key Scaffolds for Teachers: Steuer presents three scaffolds that administrators should provide for their teachers: Recognize that teachers need scaffolding: Just like students, teachers need support and guidance when transitioning to new teaching practices like PBL. Don't just tell teachers to "go do it." Support the transition from direct instruction to small group workshops: Guide teachers to gradually move away from traditional direct instruction towards collaborative learning environments like stations or small group work. This shift can be challenging for teachers used to a teacher-centric classroom, so a gradual, scaffolded approach is crucial. Build capacity through Critical Friends Groups (CFGs): Establish regular meetings where teachers can offer feedback, share successes and challenges, and learn from each other in a safe and supportive environment. Structure CFG interactions using protocols like "likes and wonders" or the "tuning protocol" to ensure all voices are heard. Practical Tips for Implementing Scaffolds: Steuer offers specific strategies for implementing these scaffolds effectively: Model desired practices: Demonstrate reflection, group contract implementation, or other PBL elements during faculty meetings or through video resources. Provide resources and training: Offer teachers examples, YouTube videos, access to PBL online communities, and connections with experts. Partner teachers with mentors: Pair experienced PBL teachers with those who are new to the approach for guidance and support. Utilize in-building resources: Leverage existing resources like learning walks, team teaching, or release time for teachers to observe experienced colleagues in action. Facilitate CFGs: Model CFG meetings during faculty meetings or through instructional coaches, ensuring a structured and supportive environment for teacher collaboration. Creating a Culture of Transparency and Collaboration: Steuer emphasizes the importance of building a culture of transparency and collaboration for successful PBL implementation. CFGs are crucial for breaking down silos, encouraging a growth mindset, and fostering a sense of shared responsibility for student success. Recommended Resources: PBL Simplified Book Study: A free program that guides teachers through PBL implementation, with specific chapters for administrators on implementation and grading. Magnify Learning's Design Days: Offers leadership training and teacher workshops for effective PBL program launch. [This information is from the Magnify Learning website and is not included in the provided audio file. You may want to independently verify this information.] Call to Action: Extend collaborative practices beyond staff meetings to include cross-curricular and grade-level collaboration. Rate and review the podcast to help other school leaders discover and implement PBL.

E17 - Collaborating Across Subjects and Grade Levels

Thursday, December 5, 2024 • Duration 10:49

Brought to you by Magnify Learning, your customized PBL partner. Key Takeaway: Administrators can create a culture of collaboration by fostering connections between teachers of different subject areas and grade levels. This collaboration helps teachers embody the practices they are trying to teach students and results in interdisciplinary projects. Episode Summary: Host Ryan Steuer shares an anecdote to illustrate the power of interdisciplinary units and then focuses on how administrators can create a culture of collaboration among teachers. How to Create a Culture of Collaboration: Foster collaboration between teachers of different subject areas. This can be achieved through regular meetings of subject area experts to identify overlapping standards and develop interdisciplinary projects. Encourage grade level collaboration. Grade-level teams should use their PLC time to collaboratively plan PBL units. If some teachers on the team are already implementing PBL, they can lead this collaborative effort and even invite teachers from other grade levels to participate in workshops and interdisciplinary projects. Provide time in the schedule for collaboration. Administrators need to consider the master schedule and create dedicated time for both cross-curricular and grade level collaboration. This might mean adjusting the schedule to allow for more common planning time for teachers across subject areas. Call to Action: Look at your school's master schedule to identify opportunities to provide teachers with time for cross-curricular and grade-level collaboration. Check out the PBL Master Class for teachers to get a full overview of PBL in an hour. Consider participating in the PBL Master Class yourself to understand the vocabulary and processes of PBL. Listen to the next episode to learn about the importance of public presentations in PBL.

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