Unit Description:
In this 45-minute activity, students are introduced
to problem based learning with a scenario involving
a local politician who wants to investigate a
problematic, suspicious poll conducted by a newspaper
columnist. After interviewing someone playing
the role of the columnist and considering how
a valid public opinion survey should be conducted,
students propose possible solutions to the problem.
This activity teaches the basic tools of problem
based learning – analyzing an Entry Document,
writing a Problem Statement, listing “What
We Know and “What We Need to Know,” gathering
resources, and developing reasonable solutions.
Students also learn that PBL requires good questioning
skills, creative and critical thinking, and flexibility.
Time required:
45 minutes
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