The subject-long problem solving approach to learning
Subject-long problem solving approach The subject: Crop Improvement The problem to be solved: How would you approach, design & carry out a Crop Improvement program for a New Crop of your choice?
Examinations, 1994
The Graduate Certificate in Education is an active learning experience
My problem
My students' problem
My prior knowledge of any subject varies
It is difficult for me to learn something if I am not interested
As soon as the relevance of something to me is clear, learning it becomes easier and more interesting
I need to be motivated to be able to do anything well
Meaningful learning will stay with me longer in contrast to rote learning
Assessment-based teaching gets in the way of learning
Concept Model
The model of teaching & learning: Social Constructivist Model (apprenticeship into a shared culture; we are all lifelong learners)
The project
Measuring prior knowledge
Measuring interest
Measuring meaningful learning
Results
Meaningful learning
Examination questions
Future developments
Thank you!
Home Page: http://www.newcrops.uq.edu.au
Other information: This seminar was delivered at the University of Queensland in September, 1997.
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