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Lopez Brown, P. – Educational Research and Reviews, 2017
Problem-based learning is an innovative educational approach that is gaining prominence in higher education using "real world" problems or situations as a context for learning. The present study explored the use of problem-based learning with teacher trainees of the University of Belize. Using a concurrent mixed method design with 74…
Descriptors: Adult Learning, Foreign Countries, Problem Based Learning, Preservice Teacher Education
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Fatokun, J. O.; Fatokun, K. V. F. – Educational Research and Reviews, 2013
In this paper, we present the concept of problem-based learning as a tool for learning Mathematics and Chemistry, and in fact, all sciences, using life situations or simulated scenario. The methodology involves some level of brain storming. Here, active learning takes place and knowledge gained by students either way through a collaborative…
Descriptors: Problem Based Learning, Mathematics Instruction, Science Instruction, Chemistry
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Chen, Chen-Yuan – Educational Research and Reviews, 2013
In recent years, researches had shown that the development of problem solving skill became important for education, and the educational robots are capable for promoting students not only understand the physical and mathematical concepts, but also have active and constructive learning. Meanwhile, the importance of situation in education is rising,…
Descriptors: Problem Solving, Learning Theories, Problem Based Learning, Learning Activities
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Achuonye, Keziah Akuoma – Educational Research and Reviews, 2015
This descriptive survey is hinged on predominant teaching strategies in schools, implications for curriculum implementation in Mathematics, Science and Technology. Target population consisted of teachers in primary, secondary and tertiary schools. However, purposive sample of 900 respondents was drawn from the six BRACED states namely Bayelsa,…
Descriptors: Surveys, STEM Education, Elementary School Teachers, Secondary School Teachers
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Cannon, Kevin C.; Mody, Tina; Breen, Maureen P. – Educational Research and Reviews, 2008
A non-traditional teaching method that can operate as a vehicle for engaging students is group-based competitive exercises. These exercises combine cooperative learning with a competitive environment and may be employed to promote subject- and problem-based learning. Survey responses of college-level organic chemistry and biochemistry students…
Descriptors: Problem Based Learning, Competition, Cooperative Learning, Organic Chemistry