Problem-Based learning

 With problem-based learning (PBL), students learn about a subject by working in groups to find a solution to an open-ended problem. The motivation and learning are driven by this issue.

The Benefits of Problem-Based Learning

The following learning objectives related to PBL are listed by Nilson (2010). A well-planned PBL project gives students the chance to advance their abilities in the following areas:

• Working in teams.
• Managing projects and holding leadership roles.
• Oral and written communication.
• Self-awareness and evaluation of group processes.
• Working independently.
• Critical thinking and analysis.
• Explaining concepts.
• Self-directed learning.
• Applying course content to real-world examples.
• Researching and information literacy.
• Problem solving across disciplines.

Considerations for Using Problem-Based Learning

The problem is provided first rather than instructing pertinent subject and then having students use the knowledge to address issues. PBL assignments can range in length from a few hours to a whole semester. PBL frequently involves working in groups, thus it is advantageous to set aside class time to help students get ready for group work and to let them participate in their PBL project.

Students generally must:

• Examine and define the problem.
• Explore what they already know about underlying issues related to it.
• Determine what they need to learn and where they can acquire the information and tools necessary to solve the problem.
• Evaluate possible ways to solve the problem.
• Solve the problem.
• Report on their findings.

Getting Started with Problem-Based Learning

Clearly state the project's educational goals. What do you hope students will learn or be able to do as a result of working on the assignment?

Create the issue. The ideal scenario for this lesson would be one that students would experience in their future jobs or personal life. PBL activities frequently start with cases. The University of Delaware's PBL Clearinghouse of Activities offers access to previously created PBL activities online.

To help kids learn how to collaborate well in groups, establish ground rules from the outset.

Introduce group procedures to the students and give them some warm-up tasks so they may experience evaluating both their own work and that of their peers.

Examine the possibility of assigning pupils to various roles or dividing ,Clearly state the project's educational goals. What do you hope students will learn or be able to do as a result of working on the assignment?

they divide the task among themselves. Alternately, the assignment can call for students to adopt a variety of viewpoints, including those of local business owners and representatives of the government.

Define your evaluation and assessment process for the assignment. Think about including the evaluations from the self and peers in the assignment grade

References

Nilson, L. B. (2010). Teaching at its best: A research-based resource for college instructors (2nd ed.).  San Francisco, CA: Jossey-Bass.