Post #5 - References

 Problem Based Learning: A Student-Centered Approach Sheeba Sardar Ali - Published by Canadian Center of Science and Education

International Journal of Education and Research Vol. 3 No. 8 August 2015 -AUTHORS: SURAIYA ISHAK1 , AHMAD RAFLIS CHE OMAR2 & SARMILA MD SUM1

Post #4 - Conclusion

 CONCLUSION

PBL is an experiential learning organized around self-directed investigation, explanation and resolution of problems in a collaborative small group environment. Although PBL has been welldocumented in medical education, there is a gap on PBL in social science subjects. Therefore, this study elaborates the challenges encountered by PBL adoption in social science subjects. This study was conducted within the context of Project Management course for students enrolled to the Development Science Program. Our finding indicates that the challenges consist of the following: designing a realistic problem, changing the students’ and stakeholders’ mind-set, the inability of students to manage internal group conflicts, limited time-frame and restricted ability of students to perform higher-order thinking. The finding highlights the need for specific studies on the factors influencing PBL group effectiveness.

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Students’ perspectives on PBL challenges Based on the survey output, students’ perspectives about learning through PBL are presented in Table 2

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Students’ Role in PBL During PBL, students take up different roles to solve the presented problem. They change the role as note taker or team member. Students’ explore the problem and schedule for their own activities in order to manage the problem. Through this exploration students’ can examine their knowledge and skills also how to manage the time.

Dimensions 

These points can be very helpful for the teacher to design and assign the problem to the students.

1.     Assigning the Problem Identify and discuss the important parts of the problem. 

2.     Tutorials in Small Teams Current knowledge about the problem should relate to each team member. Teacher can identify the strength and capabilities of team members to explore the solution of the problem. 

3.     PBL compatible Assessments This point can discuss the background knowledge and materials they need to solve this. 

4.     Curriculum Development Here students can discuss the reasons, assumptions about the problem. 

5.     Developing Knowledge and Capabilities Assigned problems should be related to the course and regarding their previous knowledge. 

6.     List What Your Team Needs to Know to Solve the Problem List some of the reason and what we are going to do to solve this. Provide and discuss possible sources that are helpful such as internet, data and primary sources. Divide class in groups and assign them task what they have to do. After that, give them deadline to submit their problem.

7.     Each Group Member Has to Present the Report With the Solution and Supporting Material 

8.     Presenting and Defending Your Conclusions 

The main objective of PBL is not to present team’s report but also the point where they start and drawn. For this we can consider the following points

• Problem should be original with solution.
• Explain the process of solving problem briefly
• Audience should be convinced with the solutions and steps followed. 
• Students should be ready for clearing their doubts. 

9.     Focused Individual and Team Performance This can help students’ to make learning environment for real life situations and they more observant to meaningful questions to solve the problem. PBL is inquiry- based instructional model in which students are engaged with real world problems. While learning students’ they identify gaps in their knowledge and can design research apply for future. According to these new methods learners can take the responsibility of their own learning. Through team work students can foster problem-solving, meta cognitive skills and motivation.

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Problem-based learning (PBL) - Introduction  

Introduction Problem based learning is a student-centred educational method which aims to develop problem - solving skills through a self- directed learning as a life time habit and team work skills. Untidy, messy, ill structured situations are given to the students in which they take the role of owner of the situation. Students observe the problem and learn about the solution, compared to traditional lecture based learning.

Problem based learning is a teaching method in which students’ learn through the complex and open ended problems. These problems are real world problems and are used to encourage students’ learning through principles and concept. PBL is both a teaching method and approach to the curriculum. It can develop critical thinking skill, problem solving abilities, communication skills and lifelong learning. The purpose of this study is to give the general idea of PBL in the context of language learning, as PBL has expanded in the areas of law, education, economics, business, social studies, and engineering. It encourages students to develop skills that can be useful for their future and in practical life within a team environment