PBL Leadership Guest - Deeper Learning and Project Based Learning - Carmen Coleman | E100

Carmen Coleman is the OVEC Chief of Transformational Learning and Leading/Deeper Learning Leader. She has a long educational leadership resume including Chief Academic Information Officer, Associate Professor, Superintendent, Principal, Teacher and several other academic leadership positions. We go way back and have a great conversation about deeper learning and Project Based Learning. We also have a "need to know" on continuing your work so that it's still going strong ten years from now? It's all about relationships and your strong network. Episode Highlights: [02:05] "Need to Know": How do I stay grounded as a leader? [02:25] Relationships or your Professional Learning Network is important. You need to connect with like-minded people. [08:36] Carmen became intent on helping kids realize their potential. [12:24] With the project based approach kids were solving real life problems. [18:30] Carmen wanted the vision at their school to become a living vision statement. [21:10] Creating learning experiences that show evidence of success is part of PBL. [27:03] The importance of having a North Star and knowing the end game you want to accomplish. [33:44] If you're on the fence about PBL, find out what's holding you back. Resources & Links Related to this Episode What is PBL? Ask Ryan Magnify Learning YouTube Project Based Learning Stories and Structures: Wins, Fails, and Where to Start Ryan Steuer Twitter @ryansteuer PBL Workshops For Schools & Districts Community Partner Resources Strategies For Supporting PBL In Your School Or District Ohio Valley Educational Cooperative [email protected] Carmen Coleman @kids_inspire Twitter Leading for Deeper Learning, A Series in Four Parts, Part 1: Setting the Scene