Problem Based Learning Process

1. Group divides into manageable topics and gathers information from the following sources:
   • Link List
   • PDF files from Astro-Venture
   • Answer each of the "Need to Know" questions
2. Students share information:
   • Members regroup and share information giving the answers to each of the assigned questions and/or topics
   • Group examines all answers and decides if they have enough information to proceed
3. Generate possible solutions:
   • Students enumerate and discuss feasible solutions
   • Perform additional research if necessary to determine best solution
4. Develop best possible solution:
   • Using Student Design Guidesheet, students will choose the best possible design
   • Students will develop the solution through visuals and written narratives
   • Students will identify sources as needed to substantiate claim of best possible solution
5. Prepare presentation of best possible solution:
   • Presentation Guidesheet will set guidelines and requirements for student presentation
   • Presentation Guidesheet will contain references to the following parts of the presentation
     • Problem Statement
     • List of "What we Know"
     • List of "Need to Know"
     • Research summary paragraphs for the answer to each "Need to Know" question
     • Written narrative of solution with substantiation references
     • Visuals to enhance and clarify solution
     • Bibliography
6. Give presentation of solutions:
   • Presentation class time needs to be allotted
7. Performance Assessment:
   • Peer Evaluation Rubric will be developed by students and used by peers to evaluate each presentation
   • Self-Evaluation Form will be completed by each group member and will cover research skills, collaborative skills and content knowledge
   • Teacher assesses presentation, research, problem solving, and organization using rubric
8. Debriefing the problem:
   • Student Debriefing Sheet will assist the instructor in guiding students through the review of the following:
     • Content that should have been uncovered
     • The problem solving and research processes used to obtain the content information
     • The collaborative skills used to develop the solution as a team

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