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Desktop Publishing
&
Project-Based Learning
Technology Applications
Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills
Introduction
Desktop Publishing &
Project Based Learning
Technology Applications
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Desktop Publishing is an example of a
technology application that can be
integrated into Project Based Learning
(PBL).
Module Overview
Desktop Publishing &
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This module presents the process of
designing and planning PBL with
desktop publishing and multimedia.
Module Objectives
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Model the use of the six steps of
PBL to develop and plan for
implementing PBL with students.
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Model the use of PBL to integrate
the four strands of the Desktop
Publishing TEKS, foundations,
information acquisition, problem
solving, and communication, into
student learning activities.
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Project Based Learning
Technology Applications
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About
Project Based Learning
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Project Based Learning (PBL) combined
with multimedia is a powerful teaching
and learning strategy engaging
students in complex activities that can
seamlessly integrate technology into
curriculum and instruction.
Project Based Learning…..
 is
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authentic and compelling in nature.
 is investigative and engaging.
 supports student autonomy.
 can result in real-world outcomes.
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See Buck Institute for Education in
Resources to learn more about PBL
Content & Multimedia in PBL
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Curricular content is based on content
standards with clearly articulated goals
that support and demonstrate content
learning in process and product.
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Use of multimedia applications such as
desktop publishing, digital cameras, etc.
gives students the opportunity to
effectively use technology in the
planning, development, and
presentation of their projects.
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The STEPS
These six basic steps will help you plan and
implement PBL:
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Step 1: Define the project.
Step 2: Draft a timeframe.
Step 3: Plan student activities.
Step 4: Plan assessment.
Step 5: Implement projects with students.
Step 6: Finish projects and reflect.
STEP 1: Define the Project
When you are ready…
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…… the video.
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For example…
Go to STEP 1: Defining the Project
in Resources.
STEP 2: Time Frame
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Many considerations must be taken
into account when planning the time
frame for PBL.
– How much class time can be given to
this project?
– How much time does this project
require?
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– What other things will be going on in
your classroom and school that will
impact the time frame for this project?
STEP 2: Timeframe
For example…
The time frame for this project will be:
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STEP 2: Timeframe
– Four class days or 6.0 class hours will be
devoted to this project.
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– One class day per week will be given in
the last three weeks of the first grading
period.
– One additional class period will be
scheduled for the project should
additional time be required.
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– One of the four class periods will be
devoted to student reflection/
assessment.
STEP 2: Timeframe
Only then….
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Get out your planning calendar.
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Note some due dates and checkpoints for
project goals to be completed.
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See STEP 2: Drafting a Time Frame in Resources.
STEP 2: Timeframe
Remember…
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Allow for flexibility, growth and changes
in the project.
STEP 3:
Plan Student Activities
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Teachers who use PBL have
developed many excellent learning
activities.
STEP 3:
Plan Student Activities
When you are ready……
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…… the video.
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Visit Curriculum Activities in Resources for
Access Media Literacy, General, Production, and
Technical Learning Activities for students.
STEP 4: Project Assessment
 Reflecting
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on your project goals
and objectives will help you
determine the nature and content
of the project assessment.
 Determining
the role of
assessment in PBL is important.
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STEP 4: Project Assessment
 Student
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reflection is an integral and
meaningful part of project
assessment.
 Student
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Reflection Questions
provide many avenues for helping
students reflect on their projects.
STEP 5:
Project Implementation
Choosing a Topic:
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As presented to students, the problem
to be considered for this project
narrowly defines the topic
possibilities.
The brochure demonstrated in our
model provides information about
tornadoes.
The MODEL
Students must make decisions and
plan:
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Research the topic and plan
contents.
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Select application software for the
brochure.
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See Brochure 1 and Brochure 2 in Resources.
And then more decisions….
 Plan
the brochure: color scheme,
layout design, font style and size.
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 Research
and/or create brochure
graphics.
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See Brochure 3 and Brochure 4 in Resources.
Put it together:
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When the research and planning are
complete, it is time to assemble the
brochure.
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See Brochure 5 and Brochure 6 in Resources.
STEP 6: Finish and Reflect
 Throughout
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the project, student
progress and skill development
has been observed and noted.
 Now
it is time for students to
present their projects and reflect.
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Project presentations can be
accomplished in a variety of ways
 Present
the finished product in a
special forum.
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 Discuss
or write about highlights
of project.
 Discuss
or write about suggested
improvements for next time.
 Take
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time to write down personal
reflections on project and things
to remember for next time.
Summary
Desktop Publishing &
Project Based Learning
Technology Applications
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You have observed how to
integrate technology applications
such as desktop publishing into
project based learning using the
six steps for planning and
implementing PBL.
Maybe you have worked along with
the module.
Summary
You have observed how to integrate
technology applications, such as desktop
publishing, and utilize its four strands:
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foundations,
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information acquisition,
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problem solving, and
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communication,
into project based learning experiences
for students.