PBLCS: problem-based learning in a cooperative situation as a student-centered learning model

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Evidence · 2 claims (2 for) · 1 study (1 causal), q2 · 0 of 1 report an effect size · 2 claims rest on one study

Description

PBLCS combines problem-based learning with cooperative learning as a student-centered model in which "the teacher gives the problem to the students" and "teachers guide students to solve the problem, either as individual or as a team". It is grounded by the authors in constructivism (Piaget, Vygotsky, including ZPD), Dewey's democratic class theory, and humanistic theory. The article applies it with a dedicated PBLCS module to mathematics teaching on differential functions, expecting gains in motivation, independence, self-confidence and social relationships.

Design Implications

Context

Requirements

• A teacher who poses problems and guides rather than providing final answers
• Cooperative teamwork among students on real problems
• An appropriate PBLCS module

Constraints

• The article applies it in senior high school mathematics, specifically the differential function topic

Target Learners

• senior high school (class XI IPA) students

Learning Goals

• mathematics conceptual mastery (differential functions)
• interpersonal and intrapersonal intelligence development

Claims

• Pblcs Improves Interpersonal Intelligence [+M]
• Pblcs Improves Intrapersonal Intelligence [+M]

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Key Sources

• Ahmad Talib, Ismail Bin Kailani. (2014). Problem Based Learning in Cooperative Situation (PBLCS) and Its Impact on Development of Personal Intelligence. International Journal of Evaluation and Research in Education (IJERE), 3(4). http://iaesjournal.com/online/index.php/IJERE

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title	PBLCS: problem-based learning in a cooperative situation as a student-centered learning model
description	PBLCS combines problem-based learning with cooperative learning as a student-centered model in which "the teacher gives the problem to the students" and "teachers guide students to solve the problem, either as individ...
status	review
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