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Activities - Problem-Based Learning Instructional Approaches

The document outlines 10 activities related to problem-based learning (PBL). It defines PBL and lists related instructional models. It then discusses the scientific process in PBL classrooms and identifies instructional approaches. Subsequent activities explain the goals and features of PBL, levels of problem solving, dispositions developed, and how to plan PBL and case-based lessons. The final activity asks questions about project-based lessons.

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Activities - Problem-Based Learning Instructional Approaches

The document outlines 10 activities related to problem-based learning (PBL). It defines PBL and lists related instructional models. It then discusses the scientific process in PBL classrooms and identifies instructional approaches. Subsequent activities explain the goals and features of PBL, levels of problem solving, dispositions developed, and how to plan PBL and case-based lessons. The final activity asks questions about project-based lessons.

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Activity 1.

Define problem-based learning (PBL) using a concept map

PBL

Activity 2. Write on the cluster map the instructional models belonging to the family of
problem-based learning.

Problem-based
Learning Models

Activity 3. Write the correct word on the blank to complete the scientific activities in the
conduct of lessons in the classroom.

1. Leaners need to be involved in an __________ experience that genuinely interests him/her.


2. Learners should encounter a genuine problem that stimulates ______________.
3. Learners acquire _________ in solving problems.
4. Learners from possible, __________ solutions to enable them to solve the problem.
5. Application helps the learners _____ his/her own knowledge.

Activity 4. Identify the instructional approach described in each item below.

_____________1. The intentional elimination of uncertainty through direct experiences and


under supervision.
_____________2. A problem-based instructional approach in which teachers help students learn
to solve problems.
_____________3. An approach to instruction that provide students in advance with all the steps
required to solve a particular problem; it ordinarily begins by observing a specific event and
concluding with “how” or “why” it occurred.
_____________4. A specific kind of PBL that presents students with a segment or sample of a
professional problem or dilemma.
_____________5. The model that flows naturally in a problem-solving environment; instruction is
focused on the production of projects toward the solution of a given problem.
_____________6. An activity that involves investigation about the facts of a particular issue and
the reporting of these facts in various ways.
_____________7. An instructional model designed to teach students how to investigate questions
through the systematic gathering of facts.
_____________8. A model concerned with problem solving but does not require solutions to the
problem being investigated.
_____________9. The instructional model developed to prove that the intellectual strategies used
by scientists could be taught to young learners.
_____________10. The instructional model that allows students to develop and verify a theory.

Activity 5. By using a LADDER WEB, write and explain the goals and features of problem-
based learning (PBL). Write your explanation below the ladder web and give examples on how it
is being used in the teaching-learning process. (Please refer to the scoring rubric attached as
your guide in answering)
1. What are the threefold gals of PBL?
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2. What are the goals of PBL according to Eggen & Kauchak?
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3. What are the features of PBL?


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Activity 6. Through a chart, explain briefly the nature of the three levels of problem solving as
expounded by Moore (2005).

Level Nature
Level 1

Level 2

Level 3

Activity 7. Complete the statements about dispositions developed among learners in the
process of solving problems by filling in the blanks.
1. Learners become ______, capable of working together to solve problems.
2. Learners learn _____ such as problem identification.
3. Learners _____ and learn to connect prior knowledge.
4. Learners realize the _____ of their learning experiences.
5. Learners learn to assume ____ for their own learning.
6. Learners become more _____ learners.
Activity 8. Using the syntax for the problem-centered approach as guidelines for planning,
choose a lesson in a given learning area and create learning activities for each step. Write the
learning activities on the right-hand column of the chart.
PROBLEM-CENTERED APPROACH
Syntax Learning Activities
A. Identifying a Problem
B. Stating the research
objectives
C. Collecting data
D. Interpreting the data
E. Making conclusion

Activity 9. Plan a case-based problem solving lesson using content from any learning area or
subject in basic education. Write learning activities for each of the guidelines listed in the left-
hand column of the chart.

CASE-BASED PROBLEM SOLVING


Guidelines Learning Activities
A. Planning
1. Constrict or create a case around relevant
important topics
2. Select cases that can provide enough details
3. Choose cases that will present or pose a dilemma.
4. Provide enough contextualized information to allow
entry to problem solving
5. Define the specific problem to be solved.
B. Implementing
1. Encourage students to identify what the problem is
2. Look for resources in reference books about the
topic
3. Select a strategy and plan to implement it.
4. Present and discuss to the class the proposed
strategy
5. Subject the case presented to analysis.
6. Draw a conclusion

Activity 10. Answer the following questions about the purpose of project-based lessons.
1. What individual skills are developed in
project-based lessons?

2. What student skills are developed in


project-based lessons?

3. What opportunities do project-based lessons


provide students with?

4. How could project-based lessons optimize


personal meaning of learning to each student?

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