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Problem-Based Learning: Using Ill-Structured Problems in Biology Project Work
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Chin, Christine; Chia, Li-Gek – Science Education, 2006
This case study involved year 9 students carrying out project work in biology via problem-based learning. The purpose of the study was to (a) find out how students approach and work through ill-structured problems, (b) identify some issues and challenges related to the use of such problems, and (c) offer some practical suggestions on the…
Descriptors: Teaching Methods, Investigations, Biology, Problem Based Learning
Learning To Teach Primary Science through Problem-Based Learning.
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Peterson, Raymond F.; Treagust, David F. – Science Education, 1998
Details a study exploring a problem-based learning framework used to develop preservice teachers' knowledge base for teaching and pedagogical reasoning ability. Emphasizes an undergraduate preservice science teacher education unit. Contains 30 references. (DDR)
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Foreign Countries, Higher Education, Knowledge Base for Teaching
Hot-Air Balloons: Project-Centered Study as a Bridge between Science and Technology Education.
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Barak, Moshe; Raz, Eli – Science Education, 2000
Describes the development of a project-based unit on hot-air balloons used with Israeli junior high school students. Concludes that students in the program gained experience with high-level scientific principles and technological processes, the project allows for a learning environment of cooperation and teamwork, and collaboration between…
Descriptors: Elementary Secondary Education, Foreign Countries, Integrated Activities, Problem Based Learning