using problem based learning in educational psychology
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MICHAEL J. STRAIT
Using Problem Based Learning in Educational Psychology
Problem Based Learning
What is it?
Problem-Based Learning (PBL) is an instructional method of hands-on, active learning centered on the investigation and resolution of messy, real-world problems.
http://www.learning-theories.com/problem-based-learning-pbl.html
Problem Based Learning
How is it used in Educational Psychology?
Example: organize around a series of complex, open-ended problems consisting of scenarios one might find in a classroom, school or school district. As a set, the problems encompass the content areas of educational psychology so that students learn "the content" as they solve problems for which the material is relevant.
http://gallery.carnegiefoundation.org/collections/castl_he/bcerbin/Course_Overview/course_overview.html
Problem Based Learning
Does it work?
A growing body of academic research supports the use of project-based learning in schools as a way to engage students, cut absenteeism, boost cooperative learning skills, and improve test scores. Those benefits are enhanced when technology is used in a meaningful way in the projects.
http://www.edutopia.org/project-based-learning-research
Problem Based Learning
Further Reading:
http://edaff.siumed.edu/dept/Pblbib.htm
http://www.pbli.org/bibliography/articles.htm
http://www.pbli.org/bibliography/articles.htm