Jorge Valenzuela 
Project-Based Learning+, Grades 6-12 [PDF ebook] 
Enhancing Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning

Dedication
Acknowledgments
About the Author
Introduction
Part 1: The PBL+ Framework
Chapter 1. Element 1: Understand the Components of Research-Informed Project Based Learning
Chapter 2. Element 2: Understand the Basics of the CASEL 5 (for SEL) and Emotional Intelligence
Chapter 3. Element 3: Use Knowledge of Students to Inform Teaching
Chapter 4. Element 4: Design a Project Relevant to the Students You Serve
Chapter 5. Element 5: Use Frequent Feedback Cycles to Guide Student Work
Part 2: SEL-Infused Projects
Chapter 6. Understanding Self-Awareness for Connecting Passion and Purpose
Chapter 7. Understanding Social-Awareness for Having Successful Relationships
Chapter 8. Responsible Decision Making: From Awareness to Action
Part 3: A Roadmap to Student Engagement and Rigorous PBL
Chapter 9. Using a 5-STEP Roadmap to Activate Student Engagement and Rigorous PBL
Chapter 10. Fostering Collaboration and Teamwork
Chapter 11. Helping Students Prepare for the Public Product
Epilogue
Appendix A
Project and Performance Task Template
The Responsible Decision-Making Project and Performance Task Template
The Self-Awareness Project and Performance Task Template
The Social-Awareness Project and Performance Task Template
References

Jorge Valenzuela is a respected performance and education coach, author, and speaker at Lifelong Learning Defined. His mission is to empower educators to lead confidently and teach with greater effectiveness. Specializing in instructional innovation and action research, Jorge provides expert training in team building, core instruction, project-based learning (PBL), STEM pathways, entrepreneurship, and life skills integration. Partnering with Corwin, he helps schools systematically enhance instructional practices and adopt innovative teaching strategies, including PBL. He is a published researcher and author who also hosts the Lifelong Learning Defined podcast, sharing insights and strategies to inspire and support educators.