This document discusses questions teachers should consider when implementing Problem-Based Learning (PBL) in their classrooms. It addresses topics like choosing engaging real-world problems aligned with learning objectives, forming collaborative student groups, introducing problems in an authentic way to stimulate interest, encouraging active student engagement and motivation throughout the problem-solving process, balancing facilitation with independent exploration, equipping students with research skills, promoting critical thinking, providing reflection opportunities, and assessing student solutions and providing feedback.
2. What is PBL
Problem-Based Learning (PBL) is an
instructional approach that focuses on solving
real-world problems to drive student learning
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3. Questions for teachers
Problem selection
⊷ How can I choose real-world problems
that are relevant and engaging for my
students?
⊷ Does the problem align with the
learning objectives and curriculum
standards?
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4. Questions for teachers
Group formation
⊷ How should I create diverse and
collaborative groups for problem-solving?
⊷ Do I need to consider students' strengths
and weaknesses when forming groups?
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5. Questions for teachers
Problem introduction
⊷ Have I provided a clear and authentic
context for the problem?
⊷ Did I stimulate curiosity and interest in the
problem during the introduction?
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6. Questions for teachers
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Student engagement:
⊷ How can I encourage active
engagement and inquiry from students?
⊷ Are there strategies to keep students
motivated throughout the problem-
solving process?
7. Questions for teachers
Facilitation vs Direct instruction
⊷ When is it appropriate to step in and
provide guidance during the PBL
process?
⊷ How can I balance facilitation with
allowing students to explore and
discover solutions independently?
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8. Questions for teachers
Resource and research skills
⊷ Have I equipped students with the
necessary research and information-
seeking skills?
⊷ Are there resources or tools I can
recommend to aid their research?
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9. Questions for teachers
Critical thinking ad problem-
solving skills
⊷ How can I promote critical thinking,
analysis, and creative problem-solving in
my students?
⊷ Are there specific strategies or prompts I
can use to encourage deeper thinking?
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10. Questions for teachers
Reflection and metacognition
⊷ Do I provide opportunities for students to
reflect on their learning process?
⊷ How can I help students develop
metacognitive skills to monitor their own
learning?
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11. Questions for teachers
Assessment and feedback
⊷ What criteria will I use to assess
students' solutions or presentations?
⊷ How can I provide constructive
feedback that supports their learning
and growth?
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