{"id":4991,"date":"2024-04-09T16:55:50","date_gmt":"2024-04-09T11:25:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.vidyalayaschoolsoftware.com\/blog\/?p=4991"},"modified":"2026-03-17T18:49:23","modified_gmt":"2026-03-17T13:19:23","slug":"what-is-project-based-learning","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vidyalayaschoolsoftware.com\/blog\/2024\/04\/what-is-project-based-learning\/","title":{"rendered":"What Is Project-Based Learning? Guide On Project Based Learning (PBL)"},"content":{"rendered":"

\u201cKnowledge is a consequence of experience.<\/em>\u201d \u2013 Jean Piaget, Swiss Psychologist.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

It\u2019s so true that our many routine tasks are almost based on that. You are doing them better and gaining more knowledge through the experience only. In the education sector, where learning is the core task, this idea can generate a revolutionary change. The project is not a newbie for the education sector. For the last many years, teachers have assigned projects to students and students apply their gained knowledge, skills, and expertise to complete them. Based on evaluation, students are assessed and scores are given. Generally, projects differ from any other assignment form as they relate to real-life problems. The same analogy is implemented in a learning approach called <\/span>Project-based Learning. This is a dynamic classroom approach that encourages students to apply their knowledge to solve real-life problems and challenges. Let\u2019s learn how this exceptional approach opens new doors for the education sector!<\/span><\/p>\n

What is Project-based Learning?<\/h3>\n

Project-based learning or PBL is an instructional methodology in which students identify real-world problems and develop relevant solutions by applying their gained knowledge. In this approach, students acquire knowledge and develop different skills by working on a project for a longer period. Teachers offer guidance wherever they need it and help them to identify, research, and develop solutions for real-world problems.<\/span><\/p>\n

Project-based learning has been quiet here for more than a decade. The conventional way of teaching is not that connected to other units in a learning story. In the era of a <\/span>learning management system, PBL can redefine learning. It can enhance the essence and with the in-built tools, it is easy for educators to implement the approach.<\/span><\/p>\n

How Project-based learning is different from \u201cDoing a Project\u201d?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
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Project-based Learning<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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Doing a Project<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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  • Primary focus is on process and product.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n
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  • Primary focus is on the product.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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  • PBL is mainly driven by student inquiries and doubts.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n
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  • It typically follows the tutor\u2019s instructions.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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  • Includes collaboration of students and teachers.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n
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  • Can be done individually or in groups of students<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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  • Is based on real-world problems and challenges<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n
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