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Nicholas, Celeste; Scribner, J. Adam – Interdisciplinary Journal of Problem-based Learning, 2021
The article profiles a project addressing a central issue in reform-driven STEM education--the need to align educational experiences with real-world STEM. The interdisciplinary program aimed for authenticity by purposefully designing an authentic PBL project and incorporating STEM professionals as volunteer facilitators. These volunteers enhanced…
Descriptors: STEM Education, Problem Based Learning, Interdisciplinary Approach, Student Projects
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Kim, Nam Ju; Belland, Brian R.; Axelrod, Daryl – Interdisciplinary Journal of Problem-based Learning, 2019
Establishing optimal challenge enhances intrinsic motivation, interest, and the probability of success in the learning activity. In K-12 problem-based learning (PBL), students may struggle to address associated tasks that are beyond their current ability levels. This paper suggested learner-centered scaffolding systems (LSS) to improve K-12…
Descriptors: Problem Based Learning, Scaffolding (Teaching Technique), Elementary Secondary Education, Independent Study
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Kang, Weiqun Courtney; Jordan, Elizabeth; Porath, Marion – Interdisciplinary Journal of Problem-based Learning, 2009
The current study aimed to explore and articulate some of the key issues in problem-oriented learning (POL), in the context of health care education. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with faculties representing four different health care disciplines around common issues identified in a prior survey study. Thematic analysis of the…
Descriptors: Problem Based Learning, Allied Health Occupations Education, College Faculty, Semi Structured Interviews