Project Based Learning
PBL is an instructional methodology that encourages students to learn and apply knowledge and skills through an engaging experience. It presents opportunities for deeper learning in context and for the development of important skills tied to college and career readiness.
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Interdisciplinary
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Engagement in real-world problems/challenges
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Engagement in inquiry, solution building, and product construction
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Use of content knowledge and skills from multiple academic domains
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Rigorous
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Application of knowledge and skills
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Application of a variety of academic contents in new contexts
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Inquiry process leads to deeper learning
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Student-Centered
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Role of the teacher shifts from content-deliverer to facilitator/ projectmanager
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Students work more independently, with the teacher providing support only when needed
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Students encouraged to make their own decisions about how best to demonstrate understanding
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Fosters independence, ownership of work, and development of 21st century/workplace skills
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Encourages collaboration with peers and development of professional skills such as, problem solving and project management
Available Course Offerings:
Project Lead the Way Engineering
- Engineering Brochure
- Introduction to Engineering Design (IED): Course Outline | Course Resume
- Principles of Engineering (POE): Course Outline | Course Resume
- Engineering Design & Development (EDD): Course Outline | Course Resume
Digital Design
- Digital Design 1
- Digital Design 2
Advanced Placement
Dual Enrollment
- English Composition 1 (ENC1101)
Mathematics
- Algebra 1 Honors
- Algebra 2 Honors
Language Arts
- Pre-AP English 1 Honors
- Pre-AP English 2 Honors
Foreign Language
- Spanish 1
- Spanish 2
Physical Education
- HOPE-PE
Virtual Education/Walton Virtual
- Sign-up Information
- Choose South Walton HS as the school and Mrs. Hinojosa as the counselor.
Potential Additional Course Offerings 2021-2022:
Project Lead the Way Engineering
- Guided Workplace Learning: Engineering Internship
Project Lead the Way Biomedical Science
- Biomedical Science Brochure
- Principles of Biomedical Science: Course Outline | Course Resume
Mathematics
- Geometry Honors
- Pre-Calculus Honors
Language Arts
- Journalism
Science
- Biology 1 Honors
- Chemistry 1 Honors
- Physics 1 Honors
Advanced Placement
Available Industry Certifications:
Engineering Pathway:
- Autodesk Inventor*
- Autodesk Fusion 360
* Primary Certification
Digital Design Pathway:
- Adobe Certified Professional in Visual Design
- Required: Adobe Creative Cloud Photoshop
- Required: Adobe Creative Cloud Illustrator OR Adobe Creative Cloud InDesign
Biomedical Science Pathway:
- UF Biotility Biotechnician Assistant (2024-2025)
Current Assessments:
PLTW End of Course Exams:
- Introduction to Engineering Design
- Principles of Engineering
AP Exams:
- Computer Science Principles at SWHS
- Human Geography at SWHS
- World History at SWHS
State Assessments:
- Algebra 1 EOC (30% of Final Course Grade & Must Pass for Graduation)
- FSA 9th ELA/Reading
- FSA 10th ELA/Reading (Must Pass for Graduation)
Other:
- STAR
- PSAT
- PERT
Articulation Agreements:
Engineering Pathway:
- Autodesk Certified User - Inventor (ADESK011) to Engineering Technology A.S. Degree (PDF)
- Autodesk Certified Professional - Inventor (ADESK024) to Engineering Technology A.S. Degree (PDF)
- Autodesk Certified User - Fusion 360 (ADESK032) to Engineering Technology A.S. Degree (PDF)
Biomedical Science Pathway:
Importance Academic Links:
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Education and Career Planning for Life- Free Career Tools for Florida's Students
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Florida's Student Hub of Innovative Educational Services
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Step-by-Step Guide to College Planning