Project-Based Learning+: Enhancing Academic Learning and Essential Life Skills

Author:   Jorge Valenzuela
Publisher:   SAGE Publications Inc
Edition:   2nd Revised edition
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Pages:   224
Publication Date:   14 October 2025
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Project-Based Learning+: Enhancing Academic Learning and Essential Life Skills


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Author:   Jorge Valenzuela
Publisher:   SAGE Publications Inc
Imprint:   Corwin Press Inc
Edition:   2nd Revised edition
Weight:   0.480kg
ISBN:  

9781071871652


ISBN 10:   107187165
Pages:   224
Publication Date:   14 October 2025
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Available To Order   Availability explained
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Part 1: The PBL+ Framework 1.Element 1: Understand the Components of Research-Informed Project-Based Learning Using Evidence to Improve PBL Practice Common Hurdles to Implementing PBL Pacing and Teaching Structure in PBL A Simple, Effective Framework for PBL Using the High-Quality PBL Framework 2.Element 2: Understand the Basics of the CASEL 5 (for SEL) and Emotional Intelligence Students Need Emotional Support More Than Ever The CASEL 5 Research That Informed the CASEL Framework Demystify Emotions for Students Use an Emotional Intelligence Planner Tips for Using the Emotional Intelligence Planner 3.Element 3: Use Knowledge of Students to Inform Teaching Why Teachers Need to Know Students’ Interests, Skills, and Learning Needs Empathy Mapping for Getting to Know Students The Benefits of Empathy Maps Gather Data for Your Empathy Map Constructing an Empathy Map 4.Element 4: Design Projects Relevant to the Students You Serve Become a Confident PBL Teacher by Focusing on Core Instruction 5 Key Building Blocks of Effective Core Instruction The Project and Performance Task Planner Key Features of the Planner 5.Element 5: Use Frequent Feedback Cycles to Guide Student Work Feedback Can Boost Confidence for Both Teachers and Students Feedback in PBL Single-Point Rubrics Structured-Feedback Protocol Steps and Tool Assessment in PBL Good Assessment Practices in PBL Part 2: SEL-Infused Projects 6.Understanding Self-Awareness for Connecting Passion and Purpose Why Students Need to Improve Self-Awareness 7.Understanding Social Awareness for Having Successful Relationships Students Can Improve Social-Awareness Skills in Tandem With Academic Content 8.Responsible Decision Making: From Awareness to Action The Role of the Brain in Decision Making Part 3: A Roadmap to Student Engagement and Rigorous PBL 9.Using a 5-Step Roadmap to Activate Student Engagement and Rigorous PBL Student Engagement Is the First Step to Rigorous PBL Three Simple Engagement Strategies 10.Fostering Collaboration and Teamwork The Ideal Teammate Activity Set Roles for Each Team Member First Team Meeting: Create Shared Agreements Setting Guidelines for Students Working Together 5 Ways to Begin Creating Shared Agreements Team-Building Activities and Collaboration Measures 11.Helping Students Prepare for the Public Product Step 1: Use Protocols That Require Students to Explain Step 2: Help Students Develop Presentation Scripts Step 3: Take Pressure Off Students While Presenting Step 4: Lead by Going First 12. Leveraging Artificial Intelligence Tools to Streamline Project Unit Planning and Boost Productivity for Teachers

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Jorge Valenzuela, PhD, is a respected performance and education coach, author, and speaker at Lifelong Learning Defined. His mission is to empower educators to lead confidently and teach effectively. Dr. Valenzuela specializes in instructional innovation and action research and provides expert training in team building, core instruction, project-based learning (PBL), STEM pathways, entrepreneurship, life skills integration, and the purposeful integration of AI tools in teaching and learning. Partnering with Corwin, he helps schools systematically enhance instructional practices and adopt innovative teaching strategies, including PBL and AI-enhanced instruction. He is a published researcher and author who also hosts the Lifelong Learning Defined podcast, sharing insights and strategies to inspire and support educators. What does project-based learning look like in action? Students from Bunche Middle School in Compton, California, describe their projects after their teachers attended workshops led by Jorge Valenzuela.

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