Introduction

**Collaboration between classroom teachers and Library Media Specialists...**
 * How to begin
 * Characteristics and benefits of true collaboration

**How does Project-Based Learning work?**
 * Students ask an essential question that ALL students can answer, but for which there is not one right answer.
 * Students investigate topics with real-world applications, through which they become experts on their topics.
 * Students engage in concrete, hands-on experiences.
 * The research and work required come from multiple disciplines.
 * Student success!!!

**What are some benefits of technology-infused Project-Based Learning?**
 * Increases motivation
 * Prepares students for the workplace
 * Requires higher order thinking skills
 * Enables students to see connections between disciplines
 * Provides opportunities to contribute to students’ school or community
 * Allows students to use individual strengths within a group setting


 * 21st Century Skills targeted by the projects we'll describe...**
 * Critical Thinking
 * Creative Thinking
 * Information Literacy
 * Communication
 * Social Responsibility
 * Interdependence