Project Based Learning Website

Hiking the Appalachian Trail was my favorite PBL website. The objective was clear and focused on a main goal. As the instructions continue you find there are links that provide information directly related to the task at hand. The organization of this webdesign makes navigation a breeze. Students must analyze topographical maps of specific area's, thoroughly understand and analyze weather charts, and use creativity to present a final itinerary for their up-coming journey across the Appalachian terrain. According to Bloom's taxonomy this project utilizes the higher level thinking skills students need to become successful. One aspect of the project that could use improvement is instead of giving vague group guidelines, give specific roles for each group member to take on. By being specific it allows groups to be efficient and stay on task. Each member of the group is responsible for their role and creates a sense of responsibility. Print Page in IE