This module on directing students in applying problem-solving techniques is one of a series of 127 performance-based teacher education learning packages focusing upon specific professional competencies of vocational teachers. Addressed in the four learning experiences included in the module are understanding problem-solving techniques and their use as an instructional method, directing and criticizing students in applying these techniques, executing and criticizing problem-solving techniques in a simulated classroom situation, and directing students in the application of problem-solving techniques in an actual teaching situation. Each learning experience includes some or all of the following: an enabling objective, optional and required learning activities, and a feedback activity. (MN)