Problem-Based Learning
Wednesday, March 18, 11:00 – 12:00
Duffy 114 Conference Room
Problem-based learning (PBL) is an emerging pedagogy that builds on research that shows that students learn best when they learn for themselves. It challenges students to “learn how to learn” as they work cooperatively in groups to seek solutions to real world problems. PBL projects can last from a few days to an entire semester.
Originally most popular in medical and professional schools, PBL has recently been gaining popularity in the sciences, social sciences, and even the humanities.
For this roundtable, Bob Dugan and John Lanci will share experiences using problem-based learning at Stonehill. We will talk about what they’ve learned about making PBL work, as well as share resources for those curious to learn more about incorporating PBL in their own classes.
