a. We journey through life encountering, grappling with, and resolving problems that present powerful opportunities for learning.
b. Messy ill-structured problems capture our attention and draw us into their depths. They also:
i. FOCUS our investigation and thinking.
ii. Bring us closer to comprehension and resolution
iii. Present holistic learning experiences
iv. Expose, connect rich content and essential skills
c. Problem-based learning…where the problem comes first and learning is fueled through the problem’s investigation and resolution.
d. How can I fairly and adequately assess learning targeted by and acquired through problem-based learning experiences?