Technology for Teaching & Learning 2
Revisiting
Problem-based
Learning
By: Anclaire C. Bolambao
BSED FILIPINO 3
Objectives:
At the end of the lesson, students will be able to:
⁕ build creative capacity to work through difficult or illstructured problems, commonly in small teams.
⁕ evaluate the extent to which their goals are realized
⁕ understand the importance of Problem-based Learning; and
⁕ recognize the purpose of PBL
Activity:
Using the English alphabet, count the missing letter.
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How was the activity?
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What can you say?
What is Problem-based Learning?
According to Barrows & Tamblyn (1980)
Problem-based learning is the basic human
learning process that allowed primitive man
to survive in his environment.
GOALS OF PROBLEM-BASED LEARNING
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Construct an extensive & flexible knowledge base.
Foster increased retention of knowledge.
Develop effective problem-solving skills.
Develop self-direction, lifelong learning skills.
Become effective collaborators.
Characteristics
⁕ In this students work in small
groups to increase knowledge
by identifying learning
objectives, engaging in selfdirected work & participating
in discussion.
⁕ It provides students with
greater access to information,
support, resources, flexible
approaches to learning,
collaborative learning activities
and opportunities for self
development so that can get
results in higher levels of
structural environment.
Principles
⁕ The student is the focus
of the educational
program, the curriculum
or the curriculum
contents.
⁕ The development of
his/her learning
capacities is emphasized.
⁕ The problem presented
in the curriculum trigger
the student’s abilities to
analyze, understand, and
solve.
THE PBL CYCLE
Experiential Learning
⁕ The PBL Cycle starts with APPLYING (Planning Effective Use of Learning)
⁕ The second step is EXPERIENCING (activity phase)
⁕ The third step involves SHARING (exchanging reactions and observations).
⁕ The fourth step includes PROCESSING (discussing patterns and dynamics).
⁕ The fifth step relates to GENERALIZING (developing and real world principles).
STUDENT’S ROLE
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Students have to assume a high degree of responsibility for
their education through effective self- learning, working with
others, and setting relevant goals for themselves and the
group as a whole.
Studdents should be able to present demonstrations of their
learning achievements.
Uses of PBL
⁕ To acquire subject matter knowledge.
⁕ Motivate learners to learn.
⁕ Help learners with retention.
⁕ Develop student’s thinking skills.
⁕ Developing student’s key skills relevant to employment such as
interpersonal communication skills.
Advantages
⁕ PBL Method is active and cooperative learning, the ability to think critically and
clinical reasoning.
⁕ It stimulates the students to use skills of inquiry and critical thinking, peer teaching
and peer evaluation.
⁕ It increases ability to apply knowledge in clinical situations.
⁕ It increases student responsibility for self-directed peer learning.
⁕ This learning method helps in developing lifelong learning skills.
⁕ It encourages students to work in teams or groups, there by facilitating group
dynamics.
Analysis:
True or False
1. Project Based Learning means that at the end of the lesson, students do a final project.
2. Reflection and revision are key components to PBL.
3. The driving question is open ended with more than one answer.
Multiple Choice.
1. Which of these is NOT a benefit of project-based learning?
a. Increased motivation
b. Improved reading
c. Improved higher-order thinking
d. Increased self-direction in class
Conclusions
PBL embraces the principles of good
learning and teaching. It is studentdirected (which encourages selfsufficiency and is a preparation for lifelong learning), and promotes active and
deep learning.