PBL Simplified with Ryan Steuer
Ryan Steuer is an author, podcaster, and thought leader who specializes in project-based learning. He’s a curious visionary who is a former engineer at a Fortune 50 company and former 8th grade English teacher who now leads Magnify Learning - a PBL professional development company that customizes every PBL training.
In this episode, we talk about his book PBL Simplified: 6 Steps to Move Project Based Learning from Idea to Reality.
Hear about:
- What is the case for PBL?
- Why PBL is timely and relevant to students’ future needs
- 6 Steps simplified — Problem, Solution, Evaluation
- Choosing when to use PBL and how
- Choosing a solution and evaluating
- Common pitfalls of PBL implementation
- What leaders need to do to support PBL implementation
- Examples of learning that isn’t actually PBL
- How to simplify PBL while still protecting its integrity
Find PBL Simplified on Amazon or wherever you get your books.
Connect with our guest
About the host
Ross Romano is a co-founder of the Be Podcast Network and CEO of September Strategies, a coaching and consulting firm that helps organizations and high-performing leaders in the K-12 education industry communicate their vision and make strategic decisions that lead to long-term success. Connect on LinkedIn or Bluesky.
I also host Sideline Sessions, a podcast for coaches and parents of student-athletes. The show features conversations with coaches and performance experts in the NFL, NBA, NCAA, Olympics, and more. Listen here: https://bit.ly/3Rp0QGt
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Creators and Guests
Host
Ross Romano
Co-founder of Be Podcast Network and CEO of September Strategies. Strategist, consultant, and performance coach.
Guest
Ryan Steuer
Author of PBL Simplified January 2023 | Project Based Learning | PBL Simplified YouTube Creator | Magnify Learning CEO
