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Welcome to CQU's first Problem-Based Learning online newsletter. Over the coming months we will be bringing you stories about problem-based learning initiatives from all over, including what's happening at CQU.

Our aim is to develop a strong learning community of scholars dedicated to the philosophies that underpin problem-based learning and a more student-centred approach to learning.
In order assist us in this cause we would like you to share your experiences. This can be in the form of a short article for the newsletter, or just sharing links to great sites or interesting literature.

When you get a chance, have a look at the "Online Resource" area of the PBL Portal. We have already collected some great resources and placed links to them there.

Scot Aldred,
PBL Coordinator.
FEATURE ARTICLES:

Jo Mensinga
Lecturer
School of Social Work & Welfare Studies

PBL at work in social work education

Social workers require a wide skill set to be effective in their profession and it was the belief of the School that the development of these skills would be best served by employing a PBL approach.
PBL develops enhanced interpersonal, team work and problem solving skills, when compared with more traditional approaches to teaching and learning. Emotional intelligence also seems to develop more quickly with PBL MORE
 
Poll Question
Recent studies of graduate attributes for employment have produced similar findings. Which of the statements below do you believe to be the most accurate with regard to these studies?
Generic skills and attributes are rated significantly higher than discipline specific knowledge by both graduates and employers.
While graduates think that discipline knowledge is more important, employers see the generic skills and attributes as more important.
Both employers and graduates believe that generic skills and attributes are as important as discipline specific knowledge.
While employers think that discipline knowledge is more important, graduates see the generic skills and attributes as more important.
Both graduates and employers believe that discipline specific knowledge and skills are the most important factor.


 

Prue Howard
Lecturer
School of Industrial Ecology & Built Environment

A new approach to preparing engineering graduates

Students do not find PBL as easy as a more traditional approach, but they do seem to enjoy the experience more. The generic/professional practice skills they develop allow them to 'hit the ground running' when placed in a workplace environment.

Ultimately, the reputation of our Faculty, and the University in general, is enhanced by graduates that are highly skilled and effective from day one. PBL provides the opportunities we need to produce more of these graduates. MORE

Discussion Web Board

Share your thoughts online with our Web Board.
You can discuss issues related to PBL or just ask a question. Our resident experts will endeavor to assist.



Role Play Simulation

Fablusi role play simulation software allows your students to explore a new type of learning environment.
Fablusi produces Web-based simulations involve multiple roles and can be tailored to suit any learning outcomes.

Keep an eye on this newsletter for CQU's first role-play simulation.
Sign up and play a role--try out the software for free.

 



Look here for new resources. We will publish them here first.

For an extensive list of resources click on the "resources online" link above.

 
 

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