Problem-Based Learning for Math and Science : Integrating Inquiry and the Internet

by Diane L. Ronis

• ISBN13: 9781412955591
• ISBN10: 1412955599
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2007-09-10
• Publisher: Corwin Pr

Summary

"Teachers looking for a concise guide to implementing problem-based learning in math and science classrooms: This book is for you!" a??Debra Gerdes, Professional Development Leader Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy "The purpose of problem-based learning is to emphasize meaning making over fact collecting. With this method, Diane Ronis has written a book that is well equipped to produce self-motivated and independent lifelong learners!" a??Katie Morrow, Technology Integration Specialist Oa??Neill Public Schools, NE Increase students' skills and content retention in math and science! What's the best way to create a real-world instructional environment where students are involved in firsthand experiences and where important ideas are connected to meaningful life events that help deepen learners' understanding? Diane Ronis demonstrates how the problem-based learning (PBL) method gives students the opportunity to actively explore and resolve authentic problem simulations and student-identified problems in the community while strengthening their problem-solving skills. Updated throughout, this second edition illustrates how to use the PBL inquiry process with Internet resources to create an integrated instructional environment, and also provides: Problem-based learning activities relating to math and science in each chapter Projects that correlate to national science, mathematics, and technology standards Student handouts, evaluation forms, and all the information necessary for successful project completion Problem-Based Learning for Math and Science, Second Edition, is the perfect resource for educators who want to expand their teaching repertoire and shift instruction from a teacher-centered to a learner-centered perspective.

Table of Contents

Preface

Introduction

The Concepts Explored in This Book

The Standards Used in This Book

The Goal of This Book

The Integration of Mathematics, Science, Technology, and Problem-Based

Learning Redefining Literacy Using Problem-Based

Learning to Increase Literacy Relating

Technology to Math and Science Integrating Problem-Based

Learning With Cyber-Age Math and Science

Integrated Inquiry Project, Middle Level: Meteorology

Problem-Based Learning and Constructivism Why Problem-Based

Learning Is Brain-Compatible Problem-Based

Learning and the Constructivist Model: The Five E's Teaching in the Problem-Based

Learning Classroom Structuring the Messy Problem

Integrated Inquiry Project, Middle

Secondary Level: Developing Entrepreneurial Excellence

Aspects and Approaches of Problem-Based

Learning Phases of Implementation Problem-Based

Learning Techniques New Roles for Teachers Integrated Inquiry

Project 1: The Roller Coaster Integrated Inquiry

Project 2: Secondary Level: Building Bridges

Planning Problem-Based Learning for the Classroom Planning for Integrated

Learning Guidelines for Implementing a PBL Project Questions to Promote

Problem Solving Multilevel Internet Project: The Mississippi Delta Dilemma

Evaluating and Assessing Problem-Based

Learning Alternative Assessments Types of Authentic Assessment and Evaluation

Integrated Inquiry Project: Architectural Design

Integrating Community Learning Activities Into the Classroom

The National Association of Partners in Education Organizational

Partnerships in Education Helping

Experts Become Teachers Community Connections: Multilevel Car Project

Appendix: Cyber Sources for Math, Science, and Technology

References

Index

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