All About Problem-Based Learning

Problem-based learning _____students in intriguing, real and relevant intellectual inquiry and allows them to learn from life situations

• solves

• engages

• determines

• deters

Which best describes Problem-Based Learning?

• Have students recite information back

• Have students memorize vocabulary

• Have students complete their own research to learn

• Have students learn via lecture notes and complete a project

Students explore possible solutions by

• Forming small groups

• Circulating among groups

• Brainstorming ideas

• Learning about the world

Which problem will you NOT present to your class in a problem-based learning approach?

• Cyberbulling in remote classes

• Plastic problem in our oceans

• Conjugation of verbs in the past tense

• Literature being shaped by or for the world

What is the correct order in which to implement Problem-Based Learning?

• Brainstorm, present a problem, research, analyze, review, and present

• Present a problem, brainstorm, research, analyze, present, and review

• Review, present a problem, brainstorm, research, present, and analyze

• Analyze, review, present a problem, research, brainstorm, and present

The following phrases are characteristics of Problem-Based Learning EXCEPT:

• Promotes Long-term knowledge retention

• Demands constant monitoring

• Accommodates diverse learning needs

• Espouses teamwork and collaboration

Which of these would be a good Problem-Based Learning Topic?

• Present a project on endangered species.

• How can we protect an endangered species that lives in our area?

• Research the rules and regulations on protecting endangered species.

• Draw a picture of your favorite endangered species.

Which of the following is an advantage of Problem-Based Learning?

• Leads to long term retention of the content

• Takes a lot of time to complete

• Students can potentially perform poorer on exams

• Students may not have the critical thinking skills needed

Which of the following can project-based learning NOT be applied to?

• History

• Science

• Mathematics

• None of the answers are correct

Problem based learning doesn't always have one "correct" answer.

• True

• False