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

Second Edition


November 2007 | 176 pages | Corwin
This book provides teachers with the tools they need to help students learn in an integrated, real-world instructional environment. Focusing on problem-based learning (PBL) as a teaching approach that enhances, strengthens, and expands the teacher's repertoire to increase student success, the author presents modes of problem-based learning that include real-life references, real problem simulations, and student-identified community problems.

Each chapter outlines an aspect of problem-based learning relating to math and science and includes specific projects for engaging learners in the PBL experience. Each project can be customized to meet students' learning levels and contains student handouts, evaluation forms, and all of the information necessary for successful completion.

Project standards are based on recommendations from the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) Principles and Standards for School Mathematics (2000), the National Science Teachers Association (NSTA), and the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE). With the strategies offered in Problem-Based Learning for Math and Science, 2nd Edition, teachers can help deepen students' understanding of important ideas, increase content retention, strengthen learners' problem-solving abilities, and help students become self-directed, lifelong learners.

 
Preface
 
Introduction
The Concepts Explored in This Book

 
The Standards Used in This Book

 
The Goal of This Book

 
 
1. 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

 
 
2. 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

 
Integrated Inquiry Project, Middle/Secondary Level: Developing Entrepreneurial Excellence

 
 
3. Aspects and Approaches of Problem-Based Learning
Phases of Implementation

 
Problem-Based Learning Techniques

 
New Roles for Teachers

 
Integrated Inquiry Project 1: Middle/Secondary Levels: The Roller Coaster

 
Integrated Inquiry Project 2: Secondary Level: Building Bridges

 
 
4. Planning Problem-Based Learning for the Classroom
Planning for Integrated Learning

 
Guidelines for Implementing a Problem-Based Learning Project

 
Questions to Promote Problem Solving

 
Integrated Inquiry Project, Multilevel: The Mississippi Delta

 
 
5. Evaluating and Assessing Problem-Based Learning
Alternative Assessments

 
Types of Authentic Assessment and Evaluation

 
Integrated Inquiry Project, Multilevel: Architectural Design

 
 
6. 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
 
Bibliography
 
Index

"Teachers looking for a concise guide to implementing problem-based learning in math and science classrooms: this book is for you!"

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 well-equipped to produce self-motivated and independent lifelong learners!"

Katie Morrow, Technology Integration Specialist
O’Neill Public Schools, NE

"The guidelines on using and assessing projects, as well as the ready-to-use samples, make this a worthwhile resource."

MAA Reviews, June 2008
Mathematical Association of America

There are some nice ideas here to be used with teachers on the Additional Diploma in Teaching Maths course. Problem-based learning can generate a lot more high order thinking from students and can help to put into context some of the maths and science topics which otherwise would be quite removed.

Mr Peter Lyon
professional development, Ealing, Hammersmith and West London College
September 2, 2014

The criteria of the book is incredible and would be better suited for an integrated curriculum class or Problem-Based/Project-Based Learning class. Hoping to be able to use it in the future.

Dr Marcia Hill
Online School of Graduate Education, Kaplan University - Davenport
February 26, 2013

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