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Krishna Kumar – Journal of Technology and Science Education, 2023
This paper presents a reflective analysis of a novel approach to Problem-Based Learning (PBL) to teach abstract concepts in a large-class setting, specifically tailored for a third-year required undergraduate course, "Introduction to Geotechnical Engineering." The primary objective is to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes…
Descriptors: Engineering Education, Teaching Methods, Learner Engagement, Abstract Reasoning
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Oscar Yecid Aparicio-Gómez; Olga Lucia Ostos-Ortiz; Constanza Abadía-García – Journal of Technology and Science Education, 2024
In today's educational environment, the convergence of emerging technologies and active methodologies has become a fundamental driver of change in university education. Emerging technologies, such as artificial intelligence, virtual reality, machine learning, and data analytics, are redefining the dynamics of higher education. Active…
Descriptors: Technological Advancement, Technology Uses in Education, Higher Education, Problem Based Learning
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Garmendia, Mikel; Aginako, Zaloa; Garikano, Xabier; Solaberrieta, Eneko – Journal of Technology and Science Education, 2021
This work considers three research objectives: to analyze the perception of instructors of the incidence of PBL/PjBL on content learning and skill development; to identify the success factors that they believe promote learning when using them, as well as their importance; and to identify the difficulties they face, and the frequency with which…
Descriptors: Engineering Education, College Faculty, Teacher Attitudes, Problem Based Learning
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Amaya Chávez, Danilo; Gámiz-Sánchez, Vanesa-María; Cañas Vargas, Antonio – Journal of Technology and Science Education, 2020
In the present article we analyse the impact of problem-based learning (PBL) on learning and perceptions in first-year students undertaking Engineering in Computer Sciences. The module designed took a number of advanced theories of PBL and its application within the Engineering profession. Mixed methods were used to enable data from qualitative…
Descriptors: Problem Based Learning, Instructional Effectiveness, Academic Achievement, Student Attitudes
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Kilty, Trina; Burrows, Andrea; Welsh, Kate; Kilty, Kevin; McBride, Shawna; Bergmaier, Philip – Journal of Technology and Science Education, 2021
An authentic, interdisciplinary, research and problem-based integrated science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) project may be ideal for encouraging scientific inquiry and developing teamwork among undergraduate students, but it also presents challenges. The authors describe how two interdisciplinary teams (n=6) of undergraduate…
Descriptors: Interdisciplinary Approach, STEM Education, Undergraduate Students, Preservice Teachers
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Rusmansyah; Yuanita, Leny; Ibrahim, Muslimin; Isnawati; Prahani, Binar Kurnia – Journal of Technology and Science Education, 2019
Pre-service chemistry teachers should have the 21st century competence such as critical thinking skill. Unfortunately, the critical thinking skill dan self-efficacy level of Indonesian pre-service chemistry teachers is still low. Problem Based Learning (PBL) model and Inquiry model have been implemented widely to improve the critical thinking…
Descriptors: Chemistry, Science Instruction, Critical Thinking, Preservice Teachers
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Bueno, Patricia Morales – Journal of Technology and Science Education, 2014
This article reports the development and validation study of tests to assess achievements at three levels of knowledge structure, following the model proposed by Sugrue to measure problem-solving skills. The literature has reported this proposal as a model consistent with the theoretical constructs underlying problem-based learning (PBL)…
Descriptors: Problem Solving, Chemistry, Science Instruction, Problem Based Learning
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Caetano, Nídia; Rocha, João; Quadrado, José Carlos; Cardoso, José Marílio; Felgueiras, Manuel Carlos – Journal of Technology and Science Education, 2015
Globalization is a trend that covers all society perspectives in general, and higher education in particular. The main traditional objective of higher education institutions has been to prepare domestic students with a given set of skills. Research competition and University's rankings, as well as the need to reach other publics, pushed them…
Descriptors: Reputation, Sustainable Development, Global Approach, Student Mobility
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Zamora Cervantes, Alberto; Carrión Ribas, Carme; Cordón Granados, Ferran; Galí Pla, Bibiana; Balló Peña, Elisabet; Quesada Sabate, Miquel; Grau Martin, Armand; Castro Guardiola, Antoni; Torrent Goñi, Silvia; Vargas Vila, Susanna; Vilert Garrofa, Esther; Subirats Bayego, Enric; Coll de Tuero, Gabriel; Muñoz Ortiz, Laura; Cerezo Goyeneche, Carlos; Torán Monserrat, Pere – Journal of Technology and Science Education, 2014
Traditional learning and assessment systems are overwhelmed when it comes to addressing the complex and multi-dimensional problems of clinical communication and professional practice. This paper shows results of a training program in clinical communication under Problem Based Learning (PBL) methodology and correlation between student…
Descriptors: Communication Skills, Undergraduate Students, Problem Based Learning, Correlation
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Iborra Urios, Montserrat; Ramirez Rangel, Eliana; Bringué Tomàs, Roger; Tejero Salvador, Javier; Cunill García, Fidel; Fité Piquer, Carles – Journal of Technology and Science Education, 2015
To fulfill the European Higher Education context in the subject of the Chemical Engineering Undergraduate Degree of University of Barcelona named "Chemical Engineering Experimentation II" team work, written and oral communication generic skills were developed and assessed by means of rubrics. In order to appraise the methodological…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Undergraduate Students, Basic Skills, Skill Development