Submitted by Andrew (not verified) on May 22, 2007 - 18:16.
Generally agree that there is a need to re-look at the curriculum in the schools. But I'm also of the opinion that there is a general pool of knowledge that students need to know before they begin solving problems.
E.g. basic maths, physics or chemistry need to be understood before applying them to solve real world problems. The challenge is to identify these basic knowledge. This would be more constructive than just saying PBL is the way to go.
Any suggestions?
Comments on Prof Seymour's comment on curriculum change
Submitted by Andrew (not verified) on May 22, 2007 - 18:16.
Generally agree that there is a need to re-look at the curriculum in the schools. But I'm also of the opinion that there is a general pool of knowledge that students need to know before they begin solving problems.
E.g. basic maths, physics or chemistry need to be understood before applying them to solve real world problems. The challenge is to identify these basic knowledge. This would be more constructive than just saying PBL is the way to go.
Any suggestions?