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What is PBL?

杨贵妃传媒 is more complex than memorization of facts. Students must learn to apply what they have learned to real life situations. After all, very few jobs depend on recalling memorized facts. Most jobs depend on application of knowledge or problem solving skills to solve complex problems. Problem based learning attempts to engage students鈥� curiosity and prepares students to think critically and analytically, and to find and use appropriate learning resources.

By Virgil E. Varvel Jr

Please discuss possible answers to the questions below. This exercise will hopefully generate a lot of thought provoking discussion since there are many right answers to each question. Click the links for examples of activities and answers for each situation/question.

What could you do to 鈥渂reak the ice鈥� or set the tone to provide a comfortable atmosphere in online discussions?

Starting discussions in an online environment can be challenging. Here are some specific activities that promote online discussion. For more online activities, see our Instructional Activities or Online Instructional Activity Index

1. First, it is critical to clearly communicate your expectations. Provide a policy on expected student participation and a description of your grading criteria. Always include a grade for participation and a MINIMUM number of weekly student contributions to the discussion. At first, students may submit short, superficial responses 鈥� but at least they will start 鈥渢alking.鈥� In time, their responses and contributions will show more depth and insight.