2026 WV ACTE Summer Conference

Name: Think Like Industry: Using Problem-Based Learning to Build Workforce Skills in CTE
Start: 2026-08-03T15:15:00-0400
End: 2026-08-03T16:00:00-0400

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Think Like Industry: Using Problem-Based Learning to Build Workforce Skills in CTE

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Monday August 3, 2026 3:15pm - 4:00pm EDT

2W22 Room

Limited Capacity seats available

In today’s workforce, employees are expected to collaborate, analyze problems, and develop solutions in team settings. This session will introduce CTE teachers to a structured approach for using problem-based learning to engage students in solving authentic, industry-relevant challenges. Participants will explore how assigning career-based roles within student groups can mirror real workplace environments and strengthen communication, collaboration, and critical thinking skills.

Through an interactive process, attendees will experience how a problem-based learning cycle can guide students from identifying a problem to developing and presenting solutions. Practical strategies will be shared for designing industry-focused problems, structuring group roles, and facilitating productive student dialogue. Participants will leave with ideas and tools they can use to create engaging learning experiences that help students think and work like professionals in their career fields.

Speakers

Debra Cullen

Instructional Coach, Southern Regional Education Board (SREB)

Debra Cullen is an instructional coach with the Southern Regional Education Board (SREB) who works with teachers and school leaders to strengthen instruction, leadership, and student engagement through project-based learning, literacy integration, and professional learning for educators... Read More →

Judy Frank

Director of State and District Partnerships, Southern Regional Education Board

Judy Frank is the SREB West Virgina State Director. She joined SREB in 2015, bringing more than 33 years of experience working on issues of education policy and practice in the public education sector. Judy has led numerous school, district, state and national workshops advocating... Read More →

Monday August 3, 2026 3:15pm - 4:00pm EDT
2W22 Room Marshall University Student Memorial Center

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