Ideafest

Project-based learning (PBL) is an approach to education where students actively explore real-world problems and challenges through projects that involve inquiry, research, and problem-solving. PBL emphasizes the development of skills such as critical thinking, collaboration, communication, and content knowledge. Students work in teams to design and carry out projects that address complex questions or issues, often guided by an essential question that serves as the driving force for the project. The essential question is open-ended, thought-provoking, and requires students to draw on multiple sources of information and perspectives to develop a solution or response. PBL also involves a public display of student work, where students present their projects to an audience beyond the classroom, such as parents, community members, or experts in the field. This public display encourages students to take ownership of their work, communicate their ideas effectively, and receive feedback from a diverse group of stakeholders. PBL promotes student engagement and motivation by making learning relevant and meaningful. IdeaFest is coordinated through the department of curriculum and instruction and professional learning. CIPL leverages our existing PL and provides the support, venue, and logistical planning to make the process fluid for our teachers and students. This is the only event of its kind in FUSD that is open to all grade levels and all subject areas. In addition to projects that are being worked on now, there will be additional avenues for expression and reflection on the day of the event. Each project/team/school will be allocated a 6’x8′ booth in the magnificent courtyard of the Fresno City College Old administration building. Over 100 booths are available. Now is the time to reserve your space. We are inviting district departments to engage with the community at our event; we hope to see you there!