Problem-based Learning in eLearning Breakthroughs,
1st Edition

Oon-Seng Tan

ISBN-13: 9789814195522
Copyright 2007 | Published
List Price: USD $29.95

Two major educational developments have gained signifi cant momentum in recent years: the adoption of problem-based learning (PBL) as an educational innovation and the use of web technologies to support learning. In this volume, leading practitioners and researchers worldwide consider the limitless possibilities of ePBL. They provide a wealth of ideas, models, and examples related to the design, implementation, and evaluation of ePBL. Also available in the Gale Virtual Reference Library (eBook). eBook pricing varies according to the size of your institution. Please contact us for details. eBook ISBN-13: 9789814253673 Available Now

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1. Using Problems for E-Learning Environments
by Oon-Seng Tan

2. Developing Design Principles to Scaffold ePBL: A Case Study of eSTEP
by Cindy E. Hmelo-Silver and Sharon J. Derry

3. The Virtual Integrated Teaching and Learning Environment (VITLE): A Cyberspace Innovation
by Alex C.W. Fung, Jenilyn Ledesma, and Pasi Silander

4. Designing Problems for Web-enhanced Problem-based Learning
by Hae-Deok Song and Barbara L. Grabowski

5. Evaluation of Web-supported Case-based Learning Designs
by Carmel McNaught and Paul Lam

6. Problem-based Learning in the World of Digital Games
by Angeline Khoo and Douglas A. Gentile

7. Internet-based Problem-based Learning: International Collaborative Learning Experiences
by Yasuyuki Suzuki, Masayuki Niwa, Toshiyuki Shibata, Yuzo Takahashi, Khamboonruang Chirasak, Anura Ariyawardana, Jutti C. Ramesh, and Philip Evans

8. Supporting Collaboration in Web-based Problem-based Learning
by Seng Chee Tan and Chee Kit Looi

9. Online Knowledge-building Interactions in Problem-based Learning: The POLARIS Experience
by Frans Ronteltap, Andre Koehorst, and Tjaart Imbos

10. Technology-mediated Problem-centered Learning Environments
by Jennifer Yeo and David Huang

11. Issues in Implementing Problem-based Learning Online
by David Jonassen

12. Problem-based Learning and e-Breakthrough Thinking
by Oon-Seng Tan

  • Oon-Seng Tan

    Oon-Seng Tan is a Professor of Psychological Studies at the National Institute of Education, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore. Prof Tan has published extensively in areas pertaining to cognition, curriculum development, teaching and learning. He is the Editor-in-Chief of Educational Research for Policy & Practice. He was President of the Asia-Pacific Educational Research Association (APERA) and President of the Educational Research Association of Singapore (ERAS). Prof Tan was also Vice-President (Asia & Pacific Rim) of the International Association for Cognitive Education and Psychology.

  • The first internationally collaborated volume on PBL and e-learning.

  • Clear illustrations of ePBL applications in a range of e-environments and web

  • The first internationally collaborated volume on PBL and e-learning.

  • Clear illustrations of ePBL applications in a range of e-environments and web

  • Key topics: - Using and designing problems for various e-learning environments - Examples of cyberspace innovations - Evaluation of web-supported designs - Video games for promoting learning - Internet-based PBL for collaborative learning - Scaffolding and knowledge construction in ePBL - Technology mediation of learning - Challenging issues and breakthroughs

  • Key topics: - Using and designing problems for various e-learning environments - Examples of cyberspace innovations - Evaluation of web-supported designs - Video games for promoting learning - Internet-based PBL for collaborative learning - Scaffolding and knowledge construction in ePBL - Technology mediation of learning - Challenging issues and breakthroughs

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