CONSTRUCTING
KNOWLEDGE
WHY PROJECTS?
Project Based Learning is at the core of STLP. One of the largest competition areas is the STLP Project category. Project teams pitch their project ideas locally at Divisional (Level i) and then present their progress at Regionals (Level 1) hoping to advance to STLP State Semi-Finals (Level 2). The best of the best make it to State Finals (Level 3) for the chance to be recognized as a State Champion (Level 4).
STLP Projects work to engage students through deeper learning that has long lasting benefits for students, classrooms, schools and communities. Benefits include:
MAKE STANDARDS
MEANINGFUL
STLP Project Scoring Guides are aligned with the KY Academic Standards for Technology.
Use these “I Can…” statements to translate rubric standards/indicators into more student-friendly language. Great for discussion.
KEY ELEMENTS OF STLP PROJECTS
Whatever form an STLP Project takes, the most effective ones will utilize these common design elements:
Referenced research on PBL and improved academic performance:
- The Components of Authentic Learning, Audry C. Rule, State University of New York
- How STEM Project-Based Learning Affects High, Middle, and Low Achievers Differently, International Journal of Science and Mathematics Education
- The Attributes Employers Want to See…, National Assoc. of Colleges and Employers
- Buck Institute’s Research Summary on the Benefits of PBL