Problem-Based Learning

This lesson plan, I found through a simple Google search based on problem-based learning in the math classroom. Currently we had a discussion in my Instructional Strategies class about problem-based learning and whether it was important in a standards-based learning environment. I say, "YES!" From the link provided, I actually found two lessons that I enjoyed, one being the T-Shirt Business and the other being The Quilt. Ultimately, I chose the T-Shirt Business. So, if you click this link ---------> I AM THE LINK <---------, then click T-Shirt Business on the right, you are golden!

This lesson plan is specifically for a 7th grade classroom, but I feel it can be modified for lower or higher level grades as well. I am a teacher who bases teaching in her classroom on high expectations, then will make accommodations accordingly. If the students cannot handle it, and it is too much, I will make the adjustments at that time. This lesson is great, it teaches the students about discount and profits in home economics. It gives the students the opportunity to work together as a team to figure out how they can make shirts with a certain amount of fabric and still turn a profit. Hey, who doesn't want to turn a profit in this economy?