Problem-Based Learning (PBL)

What is PBL?

• Teacher-centred learning method

• Student-centred learning method

• PBL process is based on researching a problem and coming up with a solution

• The teacher is the main driver of the learning

Benefits of PBL?

• Kids take initiative and responsibility for their own learning

• Students develop teamwork, communication and listening skills

• The teacher has less work because the children work alone

• "Weaker" children can hide behind the "stronger" children.

What is important before a PBL lesson?

• To specify the learning outcomes of the lesson

• To find a real world problem

• The teacher needs to set some ground rules

Would you use PBL in practice?

• Yes 😊

• No 😒