Problem-Based Learning Approach for Science Teachers' Professional Development

• Main Authors: Wang, HsingChi A, Thompson, Patricia, Shuler, Charles, Harvey, LaNelle
• Format: Report
• Language: English
• Published: 01.01.1999
• Subjects: Educational Change; Elementary Secondary Education; Instructional Effectiveness; National Standards; Problem Based Learning; Problem Solving; Science Activities; Teacher Education; Teaching Methods; Teaching Skills

This paper describes efforts to introduce teachers to three aspects of problem-based learning: (1) learning cases; (2) student-centered learning; and (3) small group cooperative learning. Problem-based learning was woven into the design of professional development institutes because of the organizer...