PBL SHORT COURSE 1
Introduction to Project-Based Learning

This is where Project-Based Learning (PBL) comes into play – a transformative approach that goes beyond textbooks to engage learners in real-world problems and collaborative learning experiences.
With PBL, educators can equip their learners not just with knowledge, but with the skills to use that knowledge effectively in their lives and careers. Future Nation College’s Introduction to Project-Based Learning course is your gateway to becoming an architect of this new educational paradigm, transforming passive classrooms into vibrant hubs of exploration and innovation.
This course is designed for educators eager to transform their teaching methods and adapt to the ever-evolving educational landscape. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to deepen your expertise in PBL, this course offers the tools and insights necessary to integrate cutting-edge, student-centred learning strategies into your classroom.
This course includes:
- 13 downloadable resources/documents
- 29 minutes and 10 seconds of video
- SACE Accredited Certificate of Completion
Course Breakdown
- Chapter 1 Understanding the process of learning
- Chapter 2 The link between learning theory, pedagogical approaches and project-based learning (PBL)
- Chapter 3 Introduction to project-based learning as an approach to teaching skills for a changing world
- Chapter 4 Using enquiry-based pedagogy as a teaching strategy to support project-based learning
- Chapter 5 How assessment works in project-based learning
- Chapter 6 Step-by-step in designing your first project-based learning project
Time investment to complete course: 18 hours 40 minutes
Accreditation:
SACE accredited: Service Provider Number: PR 00000980
SACE Points: 15
What you’ll learn
This course will give teachers a comprehensive understanding of:
- How to kickstart your PBL journey by engaging with foundational concepts of learning and teaching practices.
- The principles of constructivist approaches and how they form the backbone of effective PBL strategies.
- Creating and executing a PBL project that captivates and educates, from initial planning to the final presentation.
- Dynamic assessment methods that encourage ongoing learning and improvement, both for learners and educators.