Does it meet the definition of PB teaching and learning 5 pts
1. Does the group present a problem based learning activity?
2. Construct/concept/ill-structured question - Is it a large topic with many extensions and interpretations?
Questioning 15 pts
1. How well do the presenters use open-ended questioning during the activity?
2. Do the lessons encourage the students to ask broad and adventurous questions?
3. Is the teacher’s questioning broad enough while still keeping students centered?
Relevancy 5 pts
1. Did the teacher cause the students to be interested in learning?
2. What makes this topic relevant?
Standards 5 pts
1. Is it appropriate according to SC standards?
2. Does the question meet a National Standard that goes beyond the state standards?
Content 25 pts
Big Idea
1. Have the presenters developed activities around a "Big Idea"?
2. What is the "Big Idea"?
Important information
1. Is the important information presented in a “teacher guide” format?
2. Is the content described in an accurate manner?
Lesson Plans 20 pts
1. Does the group that is presenting have a copy of their lesson plan for each student in the class?
2. Does each group have at least 2 activities for 1 person or 4 to 5 activities for 2 or 3 people? Is there an adequate number of suggestions of activities?
3.. Experiences/experiments - Are they varied, do they illustrate the facets of the main construct, and are the materials age-appropriate and easily measurable?
4. Sequence/organization - Do the activities build on each other and lead students to explore the many facets of the idea and reach a deep understanding?
5. Student requirements - Are the students required to design, observe, and document experiments and then formulate and communicate ideas and questions?
Assessment 15 pts
1. Does the activity incorporate having the students draw and describe what they learned?
2. Are graphic representations and oral and written explanations by students a component of each activity?
3. Are there checks for student understanding?
4. Do the lessons address common misconceptions?
Presentation 10 pts
1. Organization:
Presents information in a logical, interesting sequence which audience can follow.
Subject Knowledge:
2. Demonstrates full knowledge (more than required) by answering all class questions with explanations and elaboration or is willing to find the answers.
3. Visual Aids:
Explain and reinforce the presentation.
4. Eye Contact:
Maintains eye contact with audience, seldom returning to notes.
5. Verbal Techniques:
Uses a clear voice and correct, precise pronunciation of terms so that all audience members can hear presentation
Uses concise language.