Traditional engineering instruction is deductive, beginning with theories and progressing to
the applications of those theories. Alternative teaching approaches are more inductive …

The design of problems is crucial for the effectiveness of problem-based learning (PBL).
Research has shown that PBL problems have not always been effective. Ineffective PBL …

Problem-based learning (PBL) is perhaps the most innovative instructional method
conceived in the history of education. PBL was originally designed to respond to the criticism …

Early in 2005, Phil Harris, Executive Director of the Association of Educational
Communications and Technology, approached Mike Spector and asked if he would like to …

Ubiquitous learning (u-learning), in conjunction with supports from the digital world, is
recognized as an effective approach for situating students in real-world learning …

The first book to offer an in-depth exploration of the topic of problem-based learning with
contributions from international experts The Wiley Handbook of Problem-Based Learning is …

Well-designed problems are crucial for the success of problem-based learning (PBL).
Previous discussions about designing problems for PBL have been rather general and …

Background Calls for the reform of education in science, technology, engineering, and
mathematics (STEM) have inspired many instructional innovations, some research based …

This book is a guide for the development and implementation of problem-based learning
(PBL) in college-level courses. It provides practical advice from real professors, includes …

Purpose–Many educators have advocated constructivist‐based pedagogies as a way to
develop the skills needed in knowledge societies. However, many countries have a tradition …