Project Management
Practicum in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
Lesson Plan
Performance Objective
Upon completion of this lesson, each student will demonstrate the importance of using Project Management
in the school environment by completing Activity 1 - Project Management Team Project and Project
Management Assessment Tool matching the criteria in the rubrics.
Specific Objectives
 Define what Project Management is.
 Apply the seven Project Management Techniques.
 Describe the Project Management Planning Process.
 Use the most common Project Management Organizational Tools.
 Complete Project Management Team Projects.
Terms
 Project Management – involves the planning, monitoring, and coordinating of all aspects of a project,
and the motivation of all those involved, in order to achieve desired results.
 Project Management Techniques
1. Understand the project
2. Research and summarize
3. Cite the source
4. Working on the project
5. Group work
6. Time
7. Time management
 Project Management Planning Process – involves planning, monitoring, and coordinating projects.
During the process there are several questions you will encounter with your project team.
 Project Management Organizational Tools
o Task List and Schedule – are used to identify tasks that need to be completed before others can
be started. They allow the project team to determine the several factors in project planning.
o Gantt Chart – referred to as a project timeline. It consists of bar graphs that help plan and
monitor project development or resource allocation on a horizontal time scale.
Time
This lesson should take three days (135 minutes) to complete.
 Day one – Project Management slide presentation (45 minutes)
 Day two – Activity 1 - Project Management Team Project (45 minutes)
 Day three – Activity 2 - Team Project Task List and Schedule (45 minutes)
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Preparation
TEKS Correlations
This lesson, as published, correlates to the following TEKS. Any changes/alterations to the activities may result
in the elimination of any or all of the TEKS listed.
Practicum in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
 130.374 (c)
o (4) The student demonstrates oral and written communication skills in creating, expressing, and
interpreting information and ideas, including technical terminology and information. The
student is expected to:
(B) employ verbal skills when obtaining and conveying information;
(E) interpret verbal and nonverbal cues and behaviors to enhance communication;
(F) apply active listening skills to obtain and clarify information; and
(G) use academic skills to facilitate effective written and oral communication.

130.374 (c)
o (5) The student demonstrates technical knowledge and skills required to pursue a career in the
science, technology, engineering, and mathematics cluster. The student is expected to:
(A) develop advanced technical knowledge and skills related to the student's
occupational objective; and
(B) evaluate strengths and weaknesses in technical skill proficiency.
Interdisciplinary Correlations
English Language Arts and Reading, English I
 110.31 (b)
o (1) Reading/Vocabulary Development. Students understand new vocabulary and use it when
reading and writing. Students are expected to:
(E) use a dictionary, a glossary, or a thesaurus (printed or electronic) to determine or
confirm the meanings of words and phrases, including their connotations and
denotations, and their etymology.
Accommodations for Learning Differences
It is important that lessons accommodate the needs of every learner. These lessons may be modified to
accommodate your students with learning differences by referring to the files found on the Special
Populations page of this website (cte.unt.edu).
Preparation
 Review and become familiar with the terminology, website links, and the slide presentation.
 Have materials, slide presentation, and websites ready prior to the start of the lesson.
 Print handouts for each student.
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Reference
Webster’s new compact office dictionary (2003). New York, NY: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Co.
Instructional Aids
 Project Management slide presentation
 Note Taking Form
Materials Needed
 Handouts for each student
o Project Management Terms and Definitions
o Note Taking Form
o Activity 1 - Project Management Team Project
o Activity 1 - Project Management Team Project Task List and Schedule
o Activity 2 - Team Project Task List and Schedule
o Project Management Assessment Tool
 Pencils and Pens
Equipment Needed
• Computer and Internet access for teacher and students
• Projector (for digital presentation)
Introduction
The main purpose of this lesson is to give students an opportunity to apply the concepts of Project
Management using seven Project Management Techniques.
• Say
o During this lesson you will learn about Project Management in school and the workplace. You
will explore the various Project Management Techniques and will apply them to two separate
team activities.
• Say
o To learn about Project Management you will need to explore the various techniques used and
organizational tools.
 Ask
o Why do you think it is necessary to understand how to use Project Management in the school
environment?
 Say
o Project Management involves planning, monitoring, and coordinating all aspects of a project,
and the motivation of all those involved, in order to achieve desired results.
• Show
o Project Management slide presentation
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Outline
MI
OUTLINE
Day 1
I.
Introduce Project Management
A. Objectives
B. What is Project Management?
C. Project Management Techniques
i. Understand the Project
ii. Research and Summarize
iii. Cite the Source
iv. Working on the Project
v. Group Work
vi. Time
vii. Time Management
D. Summary
E. Project Management Planning
Process
i. Planning
ii. Monitoring
iii. Coordination
F. Project Management
Organizational Tools
i. Task List and Schedule
ii. Gantt Chart
NOTES TO TEACHER
Begin the Project Management
slide presentation. Students will
use Note Taking Form handout to
take notes.
Distribute handouts and have
students read and discuss them.
Students will complete assigned
activities.
Students will participate in group
discussions and class activities.
Day 2
II.
Activity 1 – Project Management
Team Project
A. Analyzing Career Job Ads
B. Group Discussion
Day 3
III.
Activity 2 – Team Project Task List
and Schedule
IV.
Assessment = Daily Activities
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Multiple Intelligences Guide
Existentialist
Interpersonal
Intrapersonal
Kinesthetic/
Bodily
Logical/
Mathematical
Musical/Rhythmic
Naturalist
Verbal/Linguistic
Visual/Spatial
Application
Guided Practice
 The teacher will present the Project Management slide presentation and lead the class discussion.
 The teacher will distribute all handouts and the class will discuss them.
 After the students have learned about Project Management they will begin to work on the activities.
Independent Practice
 Student teams will analyze and identify Project Management careers.
 Student teams will complete a specific Project Management Task List and Schedule.
Summary
Review
Project Management requires skills that are highly desirable in the workplace. School projects provide
excellent opportunities for students to refine their planning and Time Management skills and to acquire
“executive” thinking skills as they analyze and synthesize tasks using Project Management Tools.
Evaluation
Informal Assessment
The teacher monitors during activities to check for understanding.
Formal Assessment
 Daily grade on activities
Enrichment
Classroom guest speaker presentation from a professional Project Manager may be used as enrichment to
discuss the importance of Project Management in high school and the workplace.
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Project Management Terms and Definitions
1. Project Management – involves planning, monitoring, and coordinating all aspects of a project, and
the motivation of all those involved, in order to achieve desired results.
2. Project Management Techniques
o Understand the Project
o Research and Summarize
o Cite the Source
o Working on the Project
o Group Work
o Time
o Time Management
3. Project Management Planning Process – involves planning, monitoring, and coordinating projects.
During the process there are several questions you will encounter with your project team.
4. Project Management Organizational Tools
o Task List and Schedule – are used to identify tasks that need to be completed before others can
start. It allows the project team to determine the several factors in a project planning.
o Gantt Chart – referred to as a project timeline. It consists of bar graphs that help plan and
monitor project development or resource allocation on a horizontal time scale.
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NAME ____________________________________ DATE ____________________PERIOD_____________
NOTE TAKING FORM
TOPIC:
ESSENTIAL QUESTION?
MAIN IDEA – QUESTIONS
VOCABULARY TERMS:
NOTES:
SUMMARY: WHAT HAVE I LEARNED TO ANSWER THE ESSENTIAL QUESTION?
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TOPIC:
ESSENTIAL QUESTION?
MAIN IDEA – QUESTIONS
VOCABULARY TERMS:
NOTES:
SUMMARY: WHAT HAVE I LEARNED TO ANSWER THE ESSENTIAL QUESTION?
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Name ___________________________________Date ____________________ Class ____________________
Activity 1 - Project Management Team Project
Part 1 - Analyzing Career Job Ads
1. Students will work with a partner.
2. Visit the school library.
3. Use copies of the career job ads pages from newspapers in the school library.
4. Underline references to any of the essential skills and circle specific references to Project Management in
the ads.
5. Identify a job website and refer to Project Management positions advertised on the Internet.
Part 2 - Analyzing Career Job Ads
Group Discussion
1. What are some of the jobs/careers that specifically identified Project Management Skills as a required skill
or an asset for employment?
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2. What are the salary ranges for these jobs?
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3. What additional skills are identified in these ads?
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4. From these examples, what do you think Project Managers do?
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Rubrics
Graded Elements
Total Points
Quality of Research
50
Correct use of Spelling, Grammar, and
Capitalization
25
Presentation Skills
25
Total
100
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Activity 1 - Task List and Schedule
Project Title_____________________________ Completion Date _______________
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Project Team Members:
Tasks
1.
2.
3.
4.
Hours/Days
Required
Member(s)
Assigned
1, 2, 3, 4
Planned Start
Date
Planned End
Date
Actual Start
Date
Actual End
Date
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
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Project Management Assessment Tool
Directions
Each student will rate each of the following skills using a five-point scale, with one being the lowest rating and five the highest. Circle
your answer.
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Student
1. Defined clearly the end product or outcome of the project.
12345
5. Identified and procured needed resources.
12345
2. Identified the tasks necessary to complete the project.
12345
6. Anticipated potential problems and developed contingency
plans.
12345
7. Reflected on the project outcomes and process to identify new
understanding.
12345
3. Developed the steps in an action plan for each distinct task
category.
12345
4. Highlighted critical tasks with specific deadlines that impacted
project completion and monitored these carefully.
12345
For group projects, consider these additional criteria:
8. Shared leadership and ownership for project success.
12345
12. Contributed to the learning of others.
12345
9. Negotiated roles and responsibilities.
12345
13. Demonstrated mutual respect and appreciation for team
members.
12345
10. Shared workload equitably.
12345
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Activity 2 - Team Project - Task List and Schedule
PROJECT
MANAGEMENT
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Project Title_____________________________ Completion Date ______________
Project Team Members:
Task
1.
2.
3.
4.
Hours/Days
Required
Member(s)
Assigned
1, 2, 3, 4
Planned Start
Date
Planned End
Date
Actual Start
Date
Actual End
Date
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
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Project Management Assessment Tool
Directions
Each student will rate each of the following skills using a five-point scale, with one being the lowest rating and five the highest. Circle
your answer.
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Student
1. Defined clearly the end product or outcome of the project.
12345
5. Identified and procured needed resources.
12345
2. Identified the tasks necessary to complete the project.
12345
6. Anticipated potential problems and developed contingency
plans.
12345
7. Reflected on the project outcomes and process to identify new
understanding.
12345
3. Developed the steps in an action plan for each distinct task
category.
12345
4. Highlighted critical tasks with specific deadlines that impacted
project completion and monitored these carefully.
12345
For group projects, consider these additional criteria:
8. Shared leadership and ownership for project success.
12345
11. Contributed to the learning of others.
12345
9. Negotiated roles and responsibilities.
12345
12. Demonstrated mutual respect and appreciation for team
members.
12345
10. Shared workload equitably.
12345
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Rubrics:
Graded Elements
Total Points
Task List and Schedule
40
Project Management Assessment Tool
40
Correct use of Spelling, Grammar, and
Capitalization
20
Total
100
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Project Management Organizational Tool
Gantt Chart
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