Video profiles problem-based learning leader

1:05 p.m., Feb. 28, 2005--George Watson, associate dean of arts and sciences and Unidel Professor of Physics and Astronomy, discusses the significance of problem-based learning in a new installment of the University’s Windows on The Green video profiles series, posted at [www.udel.edu/PR/windows/].

The video features Watson talking about the growth of problem-based learning at the University--supplementing traditional learning methods with groups of students who work cooperatively to find solutions to real-world problems.

Watson has been a leader in promoting active-learning strategies and the use of technology in undergraduate education.
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He joins seven other named professors thus far profiled in The Windows on The Green series, which presents video snapshots of this elite group of faculty members. Producer is Bob DiIorio of the Information Technologies-University Media Services unit working in cooperation with the Office of Public Relations.

The Windows on The Green series marks the endowment of UD’s 100th named professorship last year. An endowed chair is one of the highest honors a faculty member can receive and one of the most important gifts a donor can make to the University.

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