{"id":7767,"date":"2025-05-09T05:26:51","date_gmt":"2025-05-09T05:26:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/"},"modified":"2026-06-08T12:34:25","modified_gmt":"2026-06-08T12:34:25","slug":"problem-based-learning","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/","title":{"rendered":"Problem Based Learning: A Practical Approach To Education"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>In <strong>today\u2019s educational system<\/strong>, educators <strong>value teaching students<\/strong> <strong>how <\/strong>to use their minds <strong>over what<\/strong> to learn. <strong>Dealing with actual problems <\/strong>is<strong> important in PBL<\/strong> which puts students at the <strong>core of educatio<\/strong>n.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Active involvement in complex questions<\/strong> helps students hone their <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/what-is-the-primary-purpose-of-developing-critical-thinking-skills\/#What_is_Critical_Thinking\"><strong>critical thinking<\/strong>,<\/a>\r\n join forces with others and <strong>learn by themselves<\/strong>. <strong>Created for medical education<\/strong> in the <strong>1960s<\/strong>, <strong>PBL <\/strong>is now used in <strong>classrooms of various subjects<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This was <strong>formulated to <\/strong>help <strong>students<\/strong> <strong>understand topics <\/strong>more broadly and <strong>useful for real-life situations<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This<strong> article takes<\/strong> you into the <strong>depths of problem based learning<\/strong>, showing <strong>pros and cons<\/strong>, <strong>differences<\/strong>, and <strong>methods for implementation<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_76 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-transparent ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #ffffff;color:#ffffff\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #ffffff;color:#ffffff\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/#What_is_Problem_Based_Learning_PBL\" >What is Problem Based Learning (PBL)?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/#Main_Elements_of_Problem_Based_Learning\" >Main Elements of Problem Based Learning<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/#Problem_Based_Learning_Process\" >Problem Based Learning Process<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/#1_Stating_the_Problem\" >1. Stating the Problem<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/#2_Problem_Analysis\" >2. Problem Analysis<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/#3_Self-Directed_Learning\" >3. Self-Directed Learning<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/#4_Information_Synthesis\" >4. Information Synthesis<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/#5_Solution_Development\" >5. Solution Development<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/#6_Present_Study_with_Peer-Review\" >6. Present Study with Peer-Review<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/#7_Reflecting_and_Assessing\" >7. Reflecting and Assessing&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/#8_Continue_to_Learn_Regularly\" >8. Continue to Learn Regularly<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/#Examples_of_Problem_Based_Learning\" >Examples of Problem Based Learning<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/#Example1_Environmental_Science\" >Example1 Environmental Science&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/#Example_2_Studies_of_Business\" >Example 2 Studies of Business<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/#Example_3_Digging_Into_History\" >Example 3 Digging Into History<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/#Example_4_Training_for_Medical_Professionals\" >Example 4 Training for Medical Professionals<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/#Positives_and_Negatives_of_Problem-Based_Learning\" >Positives and Negatives of Problem-Based Learning<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/#Advantages_of_using_Problem-based_Learning\" >Advantages of using Problem-based Learning<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/#Disadvantages_of_Problem-Based_Learning\" >Disadvantages of Problem-Based Learning<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/#Problem_Based_Learning_vs_Traditional_Learning_Methods\" >Problem Based Learning vs Traditional Learning Methods<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/#1_Learning_Approach\" >1. Learning Approach<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/#2_Student_Role\" >2. Student Role<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/#3_Teacher_Role\" >3. Teacher Role<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/#4_Content_Delivery\" >4. Content Delivery<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/#5_Collaboration\" >5. Collaboration<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/#6_Assessment_Style\" >6. Assessment Style<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/#7_Skill_Development\" >7. Skill Development<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/#8_Knowledge_Retention\" >8. Knowledge Retention<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/#How_Teachers_Guidance_Helps_in_Problem_Based_Learning\" >How Teachers Guidance Helps in Problem Based Learning?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/#1_Developing_Real-World_Questions\" >1. Developing Real-World Questions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/#2_Helping_Not_Providing_a_Solution\" >2. Helping, Not Providing a Solution<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/#3_Supporting_Childrens_Self-Learning\" >3. Supporting Children\u2019s Self-Learning<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/#4_Effectively_Handling_Group_Interactions\" >4. Effectively Handling Group Interactions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/#5_Offering_Support_in_the_Form_of_Feedback\" >5. Offering Support in the Form of Feedback<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/#6_Encouraging_Reflection\" >6. Encouraging Reflection<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-36\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/#7_Meeting_the_Curriculum_Standards\" >7. Meeting the Curriculum Standards<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-37\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/#8_Working_with_a_Variety_of_Students\" >8. Working with a Variety of Students<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-38\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/#How_to_Incorporate_Problem_Based_Learning_In_Classrooms\" >How to Incorporate Problem Based Learning In Classrooms?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-39\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/#1_Find_Problems_Aligned_With_The_Curriculum\" >1. Find Problems Aligned With The Curriculum<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-40\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/#2_Prepare_the_Overview_for_the_Unit\" >2. Prepare the Overview for the Unit<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-41\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/#3_Create_a_Collaborative_Environment\" >3. Create a Collaborative Environment&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-42\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/#4_Clearly_Explaining_The_Problem\" >4. Clearly Explaining The Problem<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-43\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/#5_Liberate_Students_To_Ask_Questions\" >5. Liberate Students To Ask Questions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-44\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/#6_Support_Interdisciplinary_Knowledge\" >6. Support Interdisciplinary Knowledge<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-45\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/#7_Integrate_Technology_and_Real-World_Material\" >7. Integrate Technology and Real-World Material<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-46\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/#8_Assess_and_Evaluate\" >8. Assess and Evaluate<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-47\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/#9_Encourage_Peer-to-peer_Education\" >9. Encourage Peer-to-peer Education<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-48\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/#10_Reflect_and_Learn_Better\" >10. Reflect and Learn Better<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-49\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/#11_Repeat_and_Redefine\" >11. Repeat and Redefine<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-50\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/#Problems_in_Setting_up_Problem_Based_Learning\" >Problems in Setting up Problem Based Learning&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-51\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/#1_Time_Constraints\" >1. Time Constraints<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-52\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/#2_Curriculum_Limitations\" >2. Curriculum Limitations<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-53\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/#3_Assessment_Complexity\" >3. Assessment Complexity<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-54\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/#4_Teacher_Readiness\" >4. Teacher Readiness<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-55\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/#5_Resource_Availability\" >5. Resource Availability<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-56\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/#6_Uneven_Participation\" >6. Uneven Participation<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-57\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/#How_Can_We_Apply_Problem-Based_Learning_in_Online_Classes\" >How Can We Apply Problem-Based Learning in Online Classes?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-58\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/#1_Adapt_Problems_Meeting_Needs_of_Online_Teaching\" >1. Adapt Problems Meeting Needs of Online Teaching<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-59\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/#2_Select_the_Best_Digital_Platforms\" >2. Select the Best Digital Platforms<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-60\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/#3_Set_Up_Small_Online_Groups\" >3. Set Up Small Online Groups<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-61\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/#4_Guide_Through_Effective_Instructions_and_Scaffolding\" >4. Guide Through Effective Instructions and Scaffolding<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-62\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/#5_Encourage_Inquiry_and_Self-centred_Learning\" >5. Encourage Inquiry and Self-centred Learning<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-63\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/#6_Make_Consistent_Dialogue\" >6. Make Consistent Dialogue<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-64\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/#7_Utilize_multimedia_tools_And_Technology_Platforms\" >7. Utilize multimedia tools And Technology Platforms<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-65\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/#8_Support_Students_Ideas_and_Feedbacks\" >8. Support Students\u2019 Ideas and Feedbacks<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-66\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/#9_Evaluate_Process_and_Outcomes\" >9. Evaluate Process and Outcomes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-67\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/#10_Stay_Flexible_and_Supportive\" >10. Stay Flexible and Supportive<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-68\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-based-learning\/#To_Wrap_Up\" >To Wrap Up<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Problem_Based_Learning_PBL\"><\/span>What is Problem Based Learning (PBL)?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>idea <\/strong>with <strong>problem based learning<\/strong> is for <strong>students to gain knowledge <\/strong>by addressing <strong>open, authentic <\/strong>and <strong>challenging problems<\/strong>. The purpose is to <strong>study the problem well<\/strong>, see where you <strong>need more knowledge <\/strong>and <strong>find workable solutions<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/teaching-methods\/\"><strong>kind of teaching<\/strong>,<\/a>\r\n the <strong>teacher <\/strong>mainly serves as a <strong>helper, letting students explore, research, analyze <\/strong>and <strong>consider ideas <\/strong>together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a result, <strong>students become involved<\/strong> in their <strong>own education<\/strong>. Thus, sharpening their <strong>motivation, working with others, handling time efficiently <\/strong>and <strong>making decisions<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These are<strong> important skills<\/strong> for both <strong>high achievement <\/strong>and <strong>daily life<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Main_Elements_of_Problem_Based_Learning\"><\/span>Main Elements of Problem Based Learning<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><em>Real-World Problems:<\/em><\/span><\/strong> As <strong>PBL <\/strong>is based on, <strong>students address<\/strong> a <strong>tough, real-world issue<\/strong> that may <strong>not have an obvious solution<\/strong>. They are designed to be<strong> similar to challenges <\/strong>students come across anywhere, hence <strong>encouraging active learning<\/strong>.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><em>Student-Centered Learning:<\/em><\/span><\/strong> PBL changes the <strong>regular way a classroom operates<\/strong>. <strong>Rather <\/strong>than <strong>listening to information<\/strong>, <strong>students <\/strong>are<strong> in charge of their own learning<\/strong>.\u00a0<br><br>They <strong>decide what they are already aware of<\/strong>, <strong>identify what <\/strong>they still <strong>have to discover<\/strong> and <strong>work out how to obtain <\/strong>it. Such <strong>freedom encourages students to learn more<\/strong> effectively.<br><br>Read more on <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/student-centred-learning\/\"><strong>student-centered learning.<\/strong><\/a>\r\n<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><em>Self-Directed Learning:<\/em><\/span><\/strong> <strong>Self-direction<\/strong> is an<strong> important quality<\/strong> nurtured by <strong>PBL<\/strong>. Part of their role is to<strong> find and review information<\/strong> from different places,<strong> raise questions <\/strong>and <strong>sharpen <\/strong>their <strong>comprehension<\/strong>.&nbsp;<br><br>It <strong>encourages students<\/strong> to <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/continuous-learning\/\"><strong>continue learning<\/strong><\/a>\r\n<strong> <\/strong>all their lives.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><em>Collaboration:<\/em><\/span><\/strong> <strong>Collaborating in small groups<\/strong> allows students to <strong>cooperate, speak openly <\/strong>and <strong>honor everyone\u2019s beliefs<\/strong>. Through this type of interaction, <strong>students <\/strong>are taught<strong> how to get along and learn with <\/strong>their <strong>colleagues <\/strong>in their <strong>chosen future field<\/strong>.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><em>Using Multiple Fields of Knowledge:<\/em><\/span><\/strong> Students in <strong>PBL <\/strong>have to<strong> relate various subjects<\/strong> to each other. An <strong>environmental problem<\/strong> could be solved by<strong> using biology, chemistry <\/strong>and <strong>geography<\/strong>.&nbsp;<br><br>With this <strong>approach<\/strong>, students better understand that<strong> different disciplines are linked<\/strong>.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><em>Reflection:<\/em><\/span><\/strong> <strong>Reflection <\/strong>allows students to <strong>review <\/strong>both their <strong>learning<\/strong> and the <strong>process <\/strong>they used<strong> to learn<\/strong>. As students think about their <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/learning-methods\/\">learning process,<\/a>\r\n they<strong> gain skills<\/strong> that help them <strong>reflect <\/strong>and <strong>change approaches<\/strong> for similar issues.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><em>Facilitator Role:<\/em><\/span><\/strong> In PBL, the<strong> teacher\u2019s job <\/strong>becomes <strong>helping students navigate the process<\/strong> instead of teaching all of the information themselves.<strong> Instead of lecturing<\/strong>, the facilitator assists questions, keeps <strong>everyone on track <\/strong>and <strong>encourages students <\/strong>to think more thoroughly.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Problem_Based_Learning_Process\"><\/span>Problem Based Learning Process<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The procedure of <strong>problem-based learning <\/strong>revolves around the <strong>following steps<\/strong>. If <strong>performed with efficiency<\/strong>, it can <strong>bring multiple benefits<\/strong> to the <strong>students<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Stating_the_Problem\"><\/span>1. Stating the Problem<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A <strong>complex <\/strong>and <strong>ill-structured issue<\/strong> should be <strong>presented in <\/strong>the <strong>beginning<\/strong> of the learning effort. By doing this, students are <strong>expected to explore ideas<\/strong> that are new to them.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It needs to be <strong>about things that matter, yet be vague <\/strong>enough for people to see it differently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Problem_Analysis\"><\/span>2. Problem Analysis<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Students explain<\/strong> their knowledge of the <strong>issue <\/strong>and <strong>suggest different ways <\/strong>it might be <strong>solved<\/strong>. They <strong>find <\/strong>out <strong>what they don\u2019t know<\/strong> and <strong>plan learning tasks<\/strong> to address those gaps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Self-Directed_Learning\"><\/span>3. Self-Directed Learning<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Using <\/strong>the <strong>goals <\/strong>they have <strong>set<\/strong>, <strong>students <\/strong>either <strong>investigate by themselves<\/strong> or <strong>in groups<\/strong>. They may <strong>depend on textbooks, research papers, interviews <\/strong>or <strong>different digital sources<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pupils are required to be<strong> information literate <\/strong>and to <strong>accurately evaluate <\/strong>the <strong>sources <\/strong>they <strong>use<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Information_Synthesis\"><\/span>4. Information Synthesis<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Once <\/strong>they\u2019ve <strong>done <\/strong>their <strong>research, students rejoin <\/strong>their <strong>groups to discuss <\/strong>their <strong>findings<\/strong> and combine their data. Together, they <strong>break down, organize <\/strong>and <strong>revise <\/strong>what they know <strong>about the problem <\/strong>and <strong>start designing solutions<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Solution_Development\"><\/span>5. Solution Development<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>With the <strong>information <\/strong>they have, <strong>students create useful solutions<\/strong> for the problem. Depending on the <strong>subject <\/strong>and <strong>location<\/strong>, these projects could be <strong>written documents, presentations, models <\/strong>or <strong>experiments<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Present_Study_with_Peer-Review\"><\/span>6. Present Study with Peer-Review<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Students demonstrate how to solve issues<\/strong> <strong>to other peers<\/strong>. Participants have the <strong>chance to discuss <\/strong>and <strong>improve <\/strong>their <strong>work<\/strong> at this time.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The process helps to<strong> ensure accuracy <\/strong>and <strong>expands how researchers think<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Reflecting_and_Assessing\"><\/span>7. Reflecting and Assessing&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Both <strong>looking at yourself <\/strong>and <strong>talking with a group <\/strong>are <strong>essential<\/strong>. Learners review what they found out, their<strong> <\/strong><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-solving-techniques\/\"><strong>problem-solving techniques<\/strong><\/a>\r\n and what they <strong>plan to improve<\/strong> going forward.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They both<strong> look at the outcomes<\/strong> and <strong>how individuals cooperated<\/strong>, thought <strong>creatively and questioned <\/strong>what they <strong>were doing to improve<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Continue_to_Learn_Regularly\"><\/span>8. Continue to Learn Regularly<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When <strong>PBL <\/strong>is done right, it is <strong>broken into cycles<\/strong>. Experiences help<strong> students improve <\/strong>their <strong>skills <\/strong>as they <strong>continue to work on each <\/strong>one.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Future problems challenge students<\/strong> to <strong>reuse <\/strong>their <strong>past learning <\/strong>experience in different ways.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Examples_of_Problem_Based_Learning\"><\/span>Examples of Problem Based Learning<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Example1_Environmental_Science\"><\/span>Example1: Environmental Science&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Students have to <strong>design a way to decrease pollution<\/strong> in the river near them. For this reason, they must<strong> look at biological, chemical <\/strong>and <strong>social influences<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They<strong> interview local residents, learn about pollution problems <\/strong>and <strong>present effective ideas <\/strong>to local officials or the school board.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To better approach the problem related to nature, we should be knowing <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/how-to-raise-environmental-awareness-among-young-people\/\"><strong>how to raise environmental awareness among young people<\/strong>.<\/a>\r\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Example_2_Studies_of_Business\"><\/span>Example 2: Studies of Business<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Groups of <strong>students<\/strong> are required to <strong>invent a startup concept<\/strong> that is both <strong>profitable <\/strong>and <strong>chiefly eco-centric<\/strong>. Participants have to <strong>study <\/strong>the <strong>market, pinpoint public wants, <\/strong>estimate <strong>project costs <\/strong>and <strong>present <\/strong>their <strong>idea to a panel<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Educators <\/strong>must be <strong>aware of <\/strong>the <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/importance-of-entrepreneurial-mindset\/\"><strong>importance of inculcating an entrepreneurial mindset in students<\/strong>.<\/a>\r\n It <strong>improves<\/strong> people\u2019s understanding of <strong>economics, marketing <\/strong>and <strong>teamwork<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Example_3_Digging_Into_History\"><\/span>Example 3: Digging Into History<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Instead of just<\/strong> having to <strong>recall dates, students<\/strong> are challenged to <strong>discover what happened before <\/strong>the <strong>French Revolution<\/strong>. They need to <strong>study politics, economics, culture, <\/strong>and <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/racism-history\/\"><strong>racism history<\/strong><\/a>\r\n (if any).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So that they can <strong>use their skills to represent famous individuals <\/strong>and <strong>support their ideas in a model debate<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Example_4_Training_for_Medical_Professionals\"><\/span>Example 4: Training for Medical Professionals<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Students of medicine<\/strong> are presented with a <strong>fictional illness <\/strong>and told to <strong>diagnose <\/strong>and <strong>give treatment<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They should <strong>investigate <\/strong>various <strong>symptoms, study medical documents <\/strong>and <strong>discuss <\/strong>the <strong>best treatment<\/strong> while acting like medical professionals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Positives_and_Negatives_of_Problem-Based_Learning\"><\/span>Positives and Negatives of Problem-Based Learning<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Advantages_of_using_Problem-based_Learning\"><\/span>Advantages of using Problem-based Learning<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><em>Fosters Critical thinking and Problem solving:<\/em><\/span><\/strong> <strong>PBL <\/strong>teaches students to<strong> solve challenges, assess material <\/strong>from numerous resources and <strong>make wise decisions<\/strong>. Having to think and react this way <strong>teaches <\/strong>children <strong>critical thinking skills <\/strong>that are important in real life.<br><br>Facilitators and parents can also contribute <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/how-to-develop-critical-thinking-skills-in-students\/\"><strong>how to develop critical thinking skills in students<\/strong><\/a>\r\n by creating an environment, supporting curiosity.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><em>Supports Student Interaction:<\/em><\/span><\/strong> <strong>PBL encourages students to interact <\/strong>by using everyday <strong>challenges <\/strong>and <strong>problems<\/strong> that <strong>matter to them<\/strong>. When students <strong>know why a topic<\/strong> is <strong>important<\/strong>, they <strong>focus more on it<\/strong>.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><em>Enforces Collaboration and Communication Skills:<\/em><\/span><\/strong> When <strong>students learn in groups<\/strong> in PBL, they <strong>practice being socia<\/strong>l by <strong>expressing <\/strong>themselves,<strong> listening well, compiling solutions <\/strong>and <strong>cooperating.<\/strong> <br><br>Read more on <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/collaborative-learning\/\"><strong>collaborative learning<\/strong>.<\/a>\r\n<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><em>Supports Self-Learning:<\/em><\/span><\/strong> Students know how to <strong>determine <\/strong>their <strong>own learning needs, plan <\/strong>the <strong>process <\/strong>and <strong>find <\/strong>the <strong>help <\/strong>they need. All of these <strong>help them become independent <\/strong>and <strong>learn for life<\/strong>.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><em>Learning From Several Areas of Study:<\/em><\/span><\/strong> <strong>PBL brings together<\/strong> things <strong>taught in different subjects<\/strong>. So students notice<strong> how different fields relate<\/strong> to each other and can<strong> apply what they learn in various situations<\/strong>.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><em>Makes Learning Easier to Recall:<\/em><\/span><\/strong> <strong>Applying ideas <\/strong>in <strong>actual situations <\/strong>helps students <strong>keep the information <\/strong>and <strong>understand <\/strong>the material <strong>more deeply<\/strong>. When learners are<strong> subjected to solving problems<\/strong>, they tend to <strong>retain <\/strong>their <strong>lessons more accurately <\/strong>and for a longer time.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><em>Develops Ability to Learn Through Research:<\/em><\/span><\/strong> Students <strong>practice asking important questions, doing research<\/strong> and confirming information. These are <strong>some <\/strong><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/10-basic-life-skills-not-taught-in-schools\/\"><strong>essential skills for life<\/strong><\/a>\r\n and school.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Disadvantages_of_Problem-Based_Learning\"><\/span>Disadvantages of Problem-Based Learning<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><em>Time-Consuming:<\/em><\/span><\/strong> It usually <strong>takes more time<\/strong> for projects to <strong>start up<\/strong>, given the <strong>hours students spend on research, discussion <\/strong>and <strong>reflection<\/strong>.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><em>Assessing Them is Difficult:<\/em><\/span><\/strong> Since<strong> collaboration, innovation <\/strong>and <strong>process management<\/strong> can be <strong>judged differently<\/strong>, it becomes<strong> hard to use a single rubric<\/strong> for grading.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><em>Demands Detailed Teacher Training:<\/em><\/span><\/strong> To <strong>design real-world problems<\/strong> and guide<strong> open exploration<\/strong>, <strong>educators <\/strong>must be very <strong>prepared<\/strong> and able<strong> to adapt<\/strong>.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><em>Risk of Systemic Inequality:<\/em><\/span><\/strong> When working in groups,<strong> some students lead<\/strong> the discussion, but <strong>others have little to add<\/strong>. If people are <strong>not given clear roles <\/strong>and everyone is <strong>not supervised, joint work can become unfair<\/strong>.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><em>Could Overload Some Learners:<\/em><\/span><\/strong> <strong>Not all<\/strong> students are <strong>familiar with self-directed learning<\/strong>, so they may <strong>stumble without being led<\/strong>. <strong>Without proper help<\/strong>, this situation can make<strong> children feel frustrated<\/strong> and learn less.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><em>Dependency on Resources and Infrastructure:<\/em><\/span><\/strong> It is common for <strong>PBL<\/strong> to <strong>call for technology, <\/strong>many <strong>resources <\/strong>and sometimes outside <strong>experts<\/strong>. And due to this <strong>not all areas and schools<\/strong> are able to <strong>provide these<\/strong>.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><em>Curriculum and Exam Not Matching:<\/em><\/span><\/strong> In certain <strong>educational systems<\/strong>, teaching by projects does <strong>not fit well <\/strong>with <strong>standardized tests<\/strong>, so some of the <strong>anticipated content<\/strong> is <strong>missed<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Problem_Based_Learning_vs_Traditional_Learning_Methods\"><\/span>Problem Based Learning vs Traditional Learning Methods<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>key differences between problem based learning <\/strong>and <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/traditional-learning-vs-hybrid-learning\/#What_is_Traditional_learning\"><strong>traditional learning<\/strong><\/a>\r\n include certain aspects. These are as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Learning_Approach\"><\/span>1. Learning Approach<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>PBL: <\/strong>The main idea in Problem-Based Learning is to stimulate students to think and discover by themselves. To learn, students explore actual issues that happen in real life.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Traditional:<\/strong> With traditional Learning, the teacher shares pre-prepared lessons by means of lectures and textbooks. Learners just take in information in these settings.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Student_Role\"><\/span>2. Student Role<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>PBL:<\/strong> Learners act on their own, decide what to do and address problems together. They take care of their own education.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Traditional:<\/strong> Students take notes, study them and repeat what they\u2019ve learned. They focus on doing what their teachers say, largely without autonomy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Teacher_Role\"><\/span>3. Teacher Role<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>PBL:<\/strong> Helps students and gives guidance so they can stay focused on exploring topics by themselves.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Traditional:<\/strong> The teacher guides comprehension, provides knowledge and steers the entire academic experience.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Content_Delivery\"><\/span>4. Content Delivery<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>PBL:<\/strong> PBL is flexible and involves all different subject areas. As students investigate the problem, ideas for content appear to them.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Traditional: <\/strong>Classrooms are set up with one teacher leading in a specific sequence. Uses a given syllabus and the same textbook for all students.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Collaboration\"><\/span>5. Collaboration<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>PBL:<\/strong> Teams are important throughout the process. Children work with each other, speak to each other and solve issues as a team.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Traditional: <\/strong>Mostly students are assigned individual work and only join in group sessions occasionally.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Assessment_Style\"><\/span>6. Assessment Style<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>PBL: <\/strong>Students focus on presentations, projects, peering at work and reflecting.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Traditional:<\/strong> Emphasizes evaluation with tests, quizzes and written exams only.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Skill_Development\"><\/span>7. Skill Development<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>PBL:<\/strong> Helps students become better critical thinkers, creative people, good team players and able to work on their own.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Traditional:<\/strong> Learners are expected to remember facts, take notes and focus on subjects by themselves.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Knowledge_Retention\"><\/span>8. Knowledge Retention<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>PBL:<\/strong> It gives students the chance to use their learning in ways that last and are valuable.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Traditional:<\/strong> Frequently results in only short-lived learning that is often forgotten after you take an exam.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Key Features<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Problem based Learning<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Traditional Learning<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Objective<\/strong><\/td><td>Problem-solving and taking well-evaluated decisions<\/td><td>Mostly theoretical or contextual knowledge<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Learners Role<\/strong><\/td><td>Active Learning<\/td><td>Passive learning (dependency on educator, syllabus)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Educators Role<\/strong><\/td><td>Helper and facilitator<\/td><td>Giving all instructions<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Assessment<\/strong><\/td><td>Reflective and based on performance<\/td><td>Through exams, quizzes and tests taken regularly<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Approach of Learning<\/strong><\/td><td>Learners construct their own learning needs<\/td><td>Learners follow their educators instruction through repeated behaviours<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Collaboration<\/strong><\/td><td>Highly needed and executed<\/td><td>Not that much emphasis<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Knowledge Retention<\/strong><\/td><td>For longer period<\/td><td>Limited to exams taken<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>It is obvious that<strong> PBL encourages skills<\/strong> for today\u2019s world, in<strong> contrast to the regular methods <\/strong>that <strong>keep things structured <\/strong>and <strong>predictable<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Courses <\/strong>can <strong>include both approaches<\/strong> together, depending on what teachers want students to learn and how they are learning.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In <strong>PBL<\/strong>, <strong>students apply what they learn<\/strong>, but with <strong>traditional methods<\/strong>, they are<strong> focused on just <\/strong>being <strong>given information<\/strong>. Using<strong> both methods works well<\/strong>, as long as the<strong> learning objectives are right<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Teachers_Guidance_Helps_in_Problem_Based_Learning\"><\/span>How Teachers Guidance Helps in Problem Based Learning?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A <strong>teacher in Problem-Based Learning guides students <\/strong>instead of delivering facts. The new situation calls for <strong>education professionals<\/strong> to have <strong>new abilities that support student learning, self-sufficiency <\/strong>and <strong>team work<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Developing_Real-World_Questions\"><\/span>1. Developing Real-World Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Teachers <\/strong>are supposed to <strong>choose <\/strong>or <strong>create problems<\/strong> that <strong>help students learn <\/strong>and <strong>think critically<\/strong>. The<strong> issues <\/strong>discussed should<strong> matter, be real <\/strong>and <strong>need everyone to participate <\/strong>and investigate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Helping_Not_Providing_a_Solution\"><\/span>2. Helping, Not Providing a Solution<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Teachers<strong> guide students<\/strong> in<strong> figuring out <\/strong>their areas of <strong>weakness, creating objectives <\/strong>and <strong>finding useful materials<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Instructors show students <strong>how to plan, organize their studies <\/strong>and <strong>choose wisely<\/strong>, helping <strong>develop <\/strong><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/creative-thinking-skills\/\"><strong>creative thinking skills<\/strong>.<\/a>\r\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Supporting_Childrens_Self-Learning\"><\/span>3. Supporting Children\u2019s Self-Learning<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>teacher uses guiding,<\/strong> rather than direct instruction, thus <strong>supporting self-learning<\/strong> in students. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You should<strong> ask broad questions, guide students<\/strong> with useful ideas and <strong>motivate them to discover solutions<\/strong> on their own.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Effectively_Handling_Group_Interactions\"><\/span>4. Effectively Handling Group Interactions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The focus of PBL on<strong> group work dictates <\/strong>that <strong>teachers oversee<\/strong> how <strong>interactions take place<\/strong>. So that all <strong>members participate<\/strong> and are <strong>respectful<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In some cases, they need to <strong>give out roles<\/strong>, deal with <strong>conflicts <\/strong>or <strong>reshuffle teams<\/strong> so that<strong> teamwork improves<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Offering_Support_in_the_Form_of_Feedback\"><\/span>5. Offering Support in the Form of Feedback<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Getting steady, useful comments <\/strong>is <strong>vital for PBL<\/strong>. Besides <strong>observing final work<\/strong>, teachers <strong>analyze how students <\/strong><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/problem-solving\/\"><strong>solve problems,<\/strong><\/a>\r\n <strong>work in groups<\/strong>, and what thoughts and feelings they describe.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Students become better learners <\/strong>and stay interested <strong>with feedback<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Encouraging_Reflection\"><\/span>6. Encouraging Reflection<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Learners <\/strong>are <strong>encouraged by teachers <\/strong>to <strong>recall <\/strong>their<strong> learning, evaluate <\/strong>the <strong>methods<\/strong> they used and <strong>think about areas for improvement<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Reflecting helps <\/strong>you <strong>strengthen <\/strong>your <strong>understanding <\/strong>and <strong>increase <\/strong>your <strong>thinking skills<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Meeting_the_Curriculum_Standards\"><\/span>7. Meeting the Curriculum Standards<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Though <strong>PBL <\/strong>is <strong>not strict<\/strong>, <strong>teachers <\/strong>have to <strong>verify <\/strong>that the <strong>skills <\/strong>and <strong>content addressed comply with the curriculum<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They<strong> fill in the gap between students controlling <\/strong>their <strong>learning <\/strong>and the<strong> standards required<\/strong> in schools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Working_with_a_Variety_of_Students\"><\/span>8. Working with a Variety of Students<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Teachers <strong>modify how they teach<\/strong>, <strong>challenge students <\/strong>appropriately and make sure that <strong>learners from all backgrounds can be involved<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are a <strong>parent<\/strong>, you can<strong> push yourself<\/strong> into <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/best-way-to-choose-the-right-curriculum-for-your-child\/\"><strong>choosing the right curriculum for your child<\/strong>.<\/a>\r\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Teachers in PBL<\/strong> mainly<strong> plan the details, guide inquiry <\/strong>and <strong>help students develop<\/strong>. <strong>Being a teacher<\/strong> means you need <strong>patience, imagination <\/strong>and a <strong>desire to grow<\/strong> with your students.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Incorporate_Problem_Based_Learning_In_Classrooms\"><\/span>How to Incorporate Problem Based Learning In Classrooms?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Using Problem-Based Learning (PBL) in <\/strong>the <strong>classroom <\/strong>can make<strong> classes more interactive, meaningful to students <\/strong>and <strong>focused on the training<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s a <strong>simple method educators<\/strong> can <strong>use to bring PBL into <\/strong>their <strong>classroom<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Find_Problems_Aligned_With_The_Curriculum\"><\/span>1. Find Problems Aligned With The Curriculum<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure to <strong>choose <\/strong>or <strong>create outside-of-classroom problems<\/strong> that <strong>connect to what has been learned<\/strong> in class. At this point, the <strong>problems should be shared<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>They are <strong>complex enough<\/strong> that they must be studied and worked on together.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Related to what students are experiencing<\/strong> or facing in their community.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Value more than one way of thinking <\/strong>or approach to a problem.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>As opposed to presenting the science behind pollution, you can <strong>ask in a science class: &#8220;How might our community tackle plastic waste better?&#8221;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Prepare_the_Overview_for_the_Unit\"><\/span>2. Prepare the Overview for the Unit<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Details the<strong> planned schedule, goals, needed resources <\/strong>and <strong>forms of assessment<\/strong>. <strong>Break <\/strong>the <strong>work <\/strong>down <strong>into several phases<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Problem introduction<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Looking up information <\/strong>and <strong>investigations<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Solution development<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Work <\/strong>is <strong>shown to others <\/strong>and <strong>feedback <\/strong>is <strong>provided by peers<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Thinking about <\/strong>and <strong>discussing one\u2019s performance<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>All phases should have the<strong> core learning <\/strong>and <strong>material linked with <\/strong>the <strong>overall learning goals<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Create_a_Collaborative_Environment\"><\/span>3. Create a Collaborative Environment&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure the <strong>working environment promotes<\/strong> people <strong>working as a group<\/strong> and <strong>being respectful of one another<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure <strong>people in each group<\/strong> <strong>do equal work <\/strong>by<strong> giving <\/strong>them <strong>roles<\/strong> like researcher, presenter or person who manages notes.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Teach your children <strong>how to listen carefully, be flexible <\/strong>and <strong>care for things<\/strong> together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Tip: <\/strong>A good idea is to organize icebreakers and group activities at the outset of the unit to help the group bond.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Clearly_Explaining_The_Problem\"><\/span>4. Clearly Explaining The Problem<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Entertain<\/strong> <strong>student\u2019s curiosity <\/strong>by presenting the issue<strong> through a case, video, article, speaker<\/strong> or an<strong> actual trip<\/strong> to a place. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Encourage students<\/strong> to <strong>ask <\/strong>all kinds of <strong>questions, explore solutions <\/strong>by brainstorming and <strong>come up with <\/strong>their <strong>own ideas<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Liberate_Students_To_Ask_Questions\"><\/span>5. Liberate Students To Ask Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Help students learn how to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Discover <\/strong>the <strong>difference<\/strong> <strong>between<\/strong> their <strong>current skills<\/strong> and the <strong>qualities they require<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Check through books, articles, websites, interviews <\/strong>and <strong>experiments<\/strong> to gather information.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Be sure to <strong>find <\/strong>and <strong>review information<\/strong> for yourself.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Teachers should help students<\/strong> by way of <strong>guidance<\/strong>, but let them <strong>make decisions on their own <\/strong>as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Support_Interdisciplinary_Knowledge\"><\/span>6. Support Interdisciplinary Knowledge<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Help students<\/strong> relate their <strong>knowledge from one subject to other subjects<\/strong>. Often, one issue includes <strong>concerns from science, ethics, economics <\/strong>and <strong>communication<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It <strong>supports learning<\/strong> that involves the entire brain and helps you <strong>think more deeply<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Integrate_Technology_and_Real-World_Material\"><\/span>7. Integrate Technology and Real-World Material<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Understand the <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/contribution-of-technology-in-education\/\"><strong>contribution of technology in education<\/strong><\/a>\r\n and have access to real-world materials. Try to make use of devices and solutions such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Examples of <strong>digital collaboration platforms<\/strong> are <strong>Google Docs, Padlet <\/strong>and <strong>Trello<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Browse research sites<\/strong> and learn from educational videos.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Interviews<\/strong> with people connected to the community<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This<strong> improves how students learn <\/strong>and <strong>makes <\/strong>the <strong>material more useful<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Assess_and_Evaluate\"><\/span>8. Assess and Evaluate<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Assess students<\/strong> during the learning process with <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/formative-assessment-tools\/\"><strong>formative assessment tools<\/strong><\/a>\r\n and <strong>summarize progress by <\/strong>giving <strong>summative tests<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Expressing thoughts<\/strong> in journals, taking part in discussion with the group, discussing with feedback partners.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Students <strong>present, write papers <\/strong>and <strong>make digital collections<\/strong> of their work.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Apply rubrics<\/strong> when judging a student\u2019s use of logic, collaboration, innovation and understanding.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Encourage_Peer-to-peer_Education\"><\/span>9. Encourage Peer-to-peer Education<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Have students share their solutions or outcomes with students, staff, parents or members of the local community. Get students to discuss and exchange feedback to help sharpen their ideas and learn how to communicate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Read more on <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/peer-to-peer-education\/\"><strong>peer-to-peer education<\/strong>.<\/a>\r\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Reflect_and_Learn_Better\"><\/span>10. Reflect and Learn Better<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Organize regular sessions<\/strong> where students <strong>think about what has happened<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Reflect<\/strong> on what they have done and how they learned.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Look at the strategies<\/strong> you used to achieve your goals and the ones that didn\u2019t work.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Look for the abilities or expertise<\/strong> they acquired and facts they discovered.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>It <strong>helps <\/strong>you <strong>understand yourself<\/strong> and the <strong>material better<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_Repeat_and_Redefine\"><\/span>11. Repeat and Redefine<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Use information given by students<\/strong> and <strong>what you see <\/strong>yourself<strong> to improve your teaching<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Make improvements<\/strong> to how future PBL is done<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Solve any problems<\/strong> that you or your team might have (such as time limitations or lack of participation)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mark accomplishments<\/strong> and highlight what students have done.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Problems_in_Setting_up_Problem_Based_Learning\"><\/span>Problems in Setting up Problem Based Learning&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Time_Constraints\"><\/span>1. Time Constraints<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Issue: <\/strong>PBL means students need to spend more time doing their research, working with others and presenting their work than they would in regular lessons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Solution:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Use PBL only in a few units or topics<\/strong> instead of everywhere in the curriculum.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Try to improve your PBL abilities by <strong>creating small mini-PBL projects<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make sure to <strong>set regular deadlines<\/strong> so that students are able to follow along.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Curriculum_Limitations\"><\/span>2. Curriculum Limitations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Issue: <\/strong>Teaching from a standard plan may not allow space for learning that changes based on students\u2019 interests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Solution:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Tie <\/strong>the <strong>problems in PBL<\/strong> to the <strong>main standards <\/strong>and <strong>outcomes<\/strong> that students will work towards in the curriculum.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Blend subjects in activities<\/strong> that cover several disciplines at one time.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Encourage <\/strong>the ability to<strong> change how lessons are delivered<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Assessment_Complexity\"><\/span>3. Assessment Complexity<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Issue:<\/strong> Evaluating things such as critical thinking skills, the ability to cooperate and creativity, is often done based on subjective opinions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Solution:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Establish guidelines <\/strong>with clear points for the way students work together, approach problems, do research and communicate.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Allow students to evaluate themselves <\/strong>and their peers as part of the evaluation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Regularly <strong>carry out activities <\/strong>such as<strong> testing, reflections <\/strong>and <strong>discussions<\/strong>, during the project.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Teacher_Readiness\"><\/span>4. Teacher Readiness<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Issue:<\/strong> Not every educator has been fully trained to use facilitation instead of lecture-style teaching.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Solution:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Arrange workshops<\/strong> that explain how to use PBL methods in education.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Let<strong> teachers work with experienced colleagues<\/strong> in ways that support learning.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Begin with easy PBL projects<\/strong> so that you improve your skills.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Resource_Availability\"><\/span>5. Resource Availability<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Isuse: <\/strong>If technology, books or others with similar interests cannot be reached, PBL may be less successful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Solution:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You can<strong> rely on open-access databases<\/strong>, public domain case studies and freely available online information.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tap into local organizations, libraries <\/strong>or <strong>NGOs<\/strong> to give yourself a better feel of current issues.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Helping students utilize <\/strong>all the <strong>common resources<\/strong> in the classroom grows their creativity.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Uneven_Participation\"><\/span>6. 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However, it <strong>becomes equally effective <\/strong>and more flexible<strong> thanks to <\/strong>the <strong>right tools <\/strong>and <strong>approach<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this section, find out <strong>how we can successfully use PBL in an online environment<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Adapt_Problems_Meeting_Needs_of_Online_Teaching\"><\/span>1. Adapt Problems Meeting Needs of Online Teaching<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Problems for online use<\/strong> must be <strong>understandable, concise <\/strong>and able to <strong>suit the digital world<\/strong>. Represent <strong>problems from real life<\/strong> so they can be<strong> investigated, explained <\/strong>and <strong>solved <\/strong>by people online.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Students can<strong> look at case studies<\/strong> or <strong>work through virtual simulations<\/strong> by themselves at <strong>any time or in a live class<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>For Example: <\/strong>To mitigate a pollution problem in your area, use satellite pictures, readily available data and news articles to plan your investigation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Select_the_Best_Digital_Platforms\"><\/span>2. Select the Best Digital Platforms<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Choose helpful, joint platforms<\/strong> for <strong>sharing information, collaborating <\/strong>and <strong>building projects<\/strong>. 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Set Up Small Online Groups<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Let students<strong> work in groups <\/strong>so everybody can<strong> interact and learn <\/strong>from one another. Decide who will take the<strong> role of leader, note-taker, presenter <\/strong>or <strong>researcher<\/strong>, and<strong> take turns <\/strong>among your classmates every week.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Give directives<\/strong> about <strong>good digital behaviour<\/strong>, how frequently to <strong>communicate <\/strong>and <strong>personal responsibility<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Tip:<\/strong> You can take your teams to breakout rooms within the live session for discussions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Guide_Through_Effective_Instructions_and_Scaffolding\"><\/span>4. Guide Through Effective Instructions and Scaffolding<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It is common for <strong>online learners <\/strong>to <strong>require <\/strong>more <strong>directed help<\/strong> to stay focused. Offer:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A <strong>well-described problem<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>An <strong>explanation of each phase <\/strong>as a series of steps<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Timelines <\/strong>and <strong>deadlines<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ways to <strong>assess projects<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use <strong>checklists <\/strong>or <strong>digital <\/strong>versions of <strong>templates<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Divide the project into steps <\/strong>and set up dates to check how far you have come.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Encourage_Inquiry_and_Self-centred_Learning\"><\/span>5. Encourage Inquiry and Self-centred Learning<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure<strong> students are in charge of their own progress<\/strong> by:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Teaching students <strong>how to assess content<\/strong> found online<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Guiding them to <strong>seek out professionals, video content, guides<\/strong> or available<strong> databases<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Allowing them to <strong>choose the method they want to use<\/strong> to show their solution<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Doing PBL online <strong>enhances <\/strong><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/digital-literacy\/\"><strong>digital literacy<\/strong><\/a>\r\n which is important for this century.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Make_Consistent_Dialogue\"><\/span>6. Make Consistent Dialogue<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Always <strong>keep open lines of communication<\/strong> between you and others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Regular emails <\/strong>or letters<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Collecting feedback <\/strong>on forms and exchanges in discussion threads<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Holding live question<\/strong> <strong>and answer meetings<\/strong> or scheduling online office hours<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Services <\/strong>that <strong>help friends <\/strong>and <strong>family communicate<\/strong> directly<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Regular conversations stop people from feeling lonely<\/strong> and encourage them to keep up with what\u2019s happening.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Utilize_multimedia_tools_And_Technology_Platforms\"><\/span>7. Utilize multimedia tools And Technology Platforms<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Replace reading materials with fun interactive content<\/strong> with the help of<strong> interactive tools <\/strong>and <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.21kschool.com\/ua\/blog\/virtual-learning-platforms\/\"><strong>virtual learning platforms<\/strong>.<\/a>\r\n These tools include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Information <\/strong>which is presented <strong>through videos, podcasts <\/strong>and <strong>animations<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Opportunities to complete experiments <\/strong>in online simulations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Games, quizzes <\/strong>and <strong>polls<\/strong> to help examine a student\u2019s understanding<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Constructing cloud-based online portfolios<\/strong> or logs for keeping records<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>They <strong>guarantee a learning experience<\/strong> that is <strong>more than simply reading from a text<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Support_Students_Ideas_and_Feedbacks\"><\/span>8. Support Students\u2019 Ideas and Feedbacks<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Provide students <\/strong>with <strong>chances to think<\/strong> back on what and how they have learned. Have them<strong> create written, video <\/strong>or <strong>audio experiences <\/strong>where they<strong> reflect on<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>What scientists discovered<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Challenges faced<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Skills gained<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Suggestions <\/strong>on how they should work differently next time<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also <strong>arrange peer reviews to improve abilities in assessing<\/strong> and talking about work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Evaluate_Process_and_Outcomes\"><\/span>9. Evaluate Process and Outcomes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Reliable evaluations<\/strong> require you to <strong>use <\/strong>both <strong>formative and summative assessments<\/strong>. Moving further, you can <strong>process <\/strong>the <strong>outcomes <\/strong>and <strong>shift <\/strong>your <strong>methodologies<\/strong>. These comprise of:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>How people function within a group<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Come up with useful <\/strong>and <strong>creative solutions<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Applying <\/strong>your <strong>knowledge through critical thinking<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>How well <\/strong>and <strong>clearly information <\/strong>is <strong>presented<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Using <strong>Google Forms, peer assessment rubrics <\/strong>and <strong>video submissions<\/strong> makes online evaluation easier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Stay_Flexible_and_Supportive\"><\/span>10. 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Teachers must:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Provide a little more time <\/strong>or something else for them to use<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Make sure to talk<\/strong> with every student.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Make sure to help<\/strong> on both a personal and academic basis<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Try to be ready for flexible routines<\/strong> and different kinds of assignments.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>A <strong>helpful online environment encourages students<\/strong> to stay involved and complete their studies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"To_Wrap_Up\"><\/span>To Wrap Up<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Problem-Based Learning <\/strong>isn\u2019t only <strong>a new approach to teaching<\/strong>\u2013it also <strong>changes the way students learn<\/strong>. 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