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Problem Based Learning
A project-based approach is enjoyable for everyone involved. Can fun activities really promote learning? Over the past decade an increasing number of studies have shown the positive impact of project-based learning on achievement.

An approach to learning focusing on the process of solving a problem and acquiring knowledge. The approach is also inquiry-based when students are active in creating the problem.

Explore the following websites as needed for more information:
 * [|Problem-Based Learning] - Schools of California
 * [|Problem-based Learning] - Southern Illinois School of Medicine
 * [|Center for Problem-Based Learning] - Math and Science
 * [|PBL Archives]

Inquiry-based Learning
A student-centered, active learning approach focusing on questioning, critical thinking, and problem-solving. It's associated with the idea "involve me and I understand." Explore the following websites as needed for more information:
 * [|Information Inquiry for Teachers] [[image:http://eduscapes.com/tap/quality.jpg width="21" height="20" caption="star means quality"]]
 * [|Inquiry-based Learning]. This page provides a wealth of information on inquiry and inquiry-based learning.
 * [|The Inquiry Page]. This page focuses on a model for inquiry-based learning. Their philosophy is that learning begins with questions. The process includes ask, investigate, create, discuss, and reflect. You can also search for thematic units.
 * [|Inquiry-based Learning and Teaching]. This project focuses on science and museums, but provides many good examples. Check out the [|tree ring] and [|species] examples.
 * [|Exploratorium: Inquiry]. This page provides overview of inquiry-based learning. Check out their [|projects].
 * [|Teach-nology Inquiry Links]. This page provides a good starting point for additional information.

The "Best" Approach
The best approach is the one that works for you in your classroom. Many teachers have chosen to blend these approaches together. Others vary the approach depending on the learning need. Explore the [|ThinkQuest projects] for some excellent examples of all three of the approaches discussed. You can find elements of each approach in many of the entries.


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