Problembasedlearning

Problem based learning is when students apply knowledge to new and different situations in order to show understanding. For example, instead of being given a quiz on new material students would given a problem or project they would have to solve using the new material learned. The problem would be open ended and have no one right answer. Problem based learning was discover at McMaster University in Ontario, Canada.

Three main characteristics: -All problems in theory based learning are open ended. There is never one correct answer.

-Students typically work together instead of individually so they can share ideas.

-Teachers have the role of facilitator. They don't lecture or talk at students, instead they prevent the information and help them understand.

I got my information from this website and wikipedia.