Publication: Let's Do Projects
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Date
2012
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Elixir Organisation
Abstract
Projects are defined as complex tasks, based on challenging questions or problems, that
involve learners in design, problem-solving, decision making, or investigative activities;
give learners the opportunity to work relatively autonomously over extended periods of
time; and culminate in realistic products or presentations. Within a project-based approach,
learners are usually provided with specifications for a desired end product, and the learning
process is more oriented to following correct procedures. Teachers act as instructors or
coaches, providing expert guidance, feedback and suggestions for better ways to achieve the
final product. Past studies have shown the benefits of PBL which include intrinsically
motivating learners to learn, fostering problem-solving, and developing independent and
cooperative working skills. It is also believed that project based instruction allows learners
to develop critical thinking and decision making skills and engage in in-depth learning of
subject matter. This paper discusses the importance of Grant’s structures in a project as an
Invention Project was assigned to each group of learners. The results, based on the Grant
structure, have indicated that learners showed a significant improvement in the areas
highlighted in the project-based activity. It is thus, a worthy action to be implemented in
teaching and learning processes
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Keywords
Project-based learning, Teaching & learning strategies, Creative & critical thinking