Problem-Based Learning












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The George Washington University provides resources for learning about Problem-Based Learning (PBL) in the Center for Instructional Design and Development. The CIDD has also provided a brief but descriptive overview.

Following are some links for assisting in your on-line research of inquiry-based / problem-based learning. Review these guidelines for assistance with evaluating on-line research.

   

 

Problem/Inquiry Based Learning Links

University of Buffalo (case study teaching in science)
University of Massachusetts (similar Hewlett grant)
University of Massachusetts (Center for Teaching)
University of Colorado, Denver (an enormous amount of relevant information)
The Samford PBL Initiative
University of Delaware (Center for Teaching Effectiveness)
The Boyer Commission Report (on undergraduate education at research universities)

Problem-based learning
University of California, Irvine (similar Hewlett grant)
University of Delaware
Maricopa Center for Learning and Instruction
Problem-based Learning Initiative
San Diego State University

Inquiry-based learning
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
The Reinvention Center, Stony Brook

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Assessment Resources

American Association for Higher Education
Cal State Office of Academic Affairs
Ohio University, Office of Institutional Research
Penn State University Advising Council
University of Colorado, Office of Planning, Budget, and Analysis
University of Nebraska, Lincoln, Universitywide Assessment
University of Wisconsin, Madison, Office of the Provost
Virginia Tech, Academic Assessment
University of Massachusetts, Assessment Sites
FLAG: Field-tested Learning Assessment Guide

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Reference Articles

Barbara L. Cambridge, "Introduction: Learning About Assessment: A Resource Guide for Higher Education"

Betsy O. Barefoot, "The First-year Experience: Are We Making it Any Better?"

George Watson, "Using Technology to Promote Success in PBL Courses"

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