Core Problem Defined

The Harris Foundation's Project-Based Inquiry Learning (PBIL) model requires each camp to present a core problem to the students.  The foundation defines their PBIL model as a systematic process to actively engage students in inquiry as they work in collaborative teams to design products and make presentations that illustrates a plausible solution to the core problem. Following are the steps each crew will follow to solve the core problem.

• Determine what is known
• Brainstorm what is needed
• Conduct research
• Propose possible solutions
• Select one proposed solution
• Design a plan of action
• Complete your plan of action
• Analyze evidence collected
• Communicate evidence
• Present final best solution to the core problem