ITUE January Session 2003 - Introduction to Problem-Based Learning and Problem Writing

January Session 2003
Introduction to Problem-Based Learning and Problem Writing

January 13-14, 2003

9:00am - 5:00pm; Refreshments and sign-in at 8:30am

Map of Meeting Location
Preliminary Program
Final Program
List of Participants
Online Registration Form

The basic principle supporting the concept of problem-based instruction is older than formal education itself, namely that learning is initiated by a posed problem, query, or puzzle that the learner wants to solve. In the problem-based approach, complex, real world problems or cases are used to motivate students to identify and research concepts and principles they need to know in order to progress through the problems. Students work in small learning teams, bringing together collective skill at acquiring, communicating, and integrating information in a process that resembles that of inquiry.

This two-day workshop will demonstrate problem-based learning (PBL) and model ways that PBL can be used effectively in all disciplines, in upper and lower division courses, and in all size classes. This session will incorporate many elements of the Introductory Track at PBL2002. An emphasis of this program will be writing effective problem-based maternials; participants will leave the session with new or revised problems for use in their couses.

This workshop is sponsored by the Institute for Transforming Undergraduate Education and is open to all members of the UD faculty.

Faculty members from other colleges and universities are invited to attend this workshop. Visiting faculty teams are limited to five from each institution. Registration cost is $300/ person which includes instruction, materials, and refreshment breaks. Participants are responible for their own transportation, meals, and accommodations; you may refer to an online Visitor's Guide for information. A block of rooms is being held at the Sleep Inn at a reduced rate for this workshop. Shuttle service will be available between the hotel and the meeting room; pickup will be at 8:00 and 8:15am.

Registration Information

Note: There is no registration fee required for participants from the University of Delaware.
Deadline for registration: Saturday, January 4, 2003
To register, please complete the registration form and submit payment by mail.

If you are interested in registering after the deadline has passed, please contact ud-itue@udel.edu before completing the registration form.

Comments, suggestions, or requests to ud-itue@udel.edu.
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