A Taste of Problem-based Learning Increases Achievement of Urban Minority Middle-School Students.

Gordon, P. R.; Rogers, A. M.; Comfort, M.; Gavula, N.; McGee, B. P.

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ERIC Number: EJ630429

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 2001

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A Taste of Problem-based Learning Increases Achievement of Urban Minority Middle-School Students.

Gordon, P. R.; Rogers, A. M.; Comfort, M.; Gavula, N.; McGee, B. P.

Educational Horizons, v79 n4 p171-75 Sum 2001

Problem-based learning was used as an enrichment activity in 2% of an urban middle school's curriculum. Assessment showed that it improved behavior and science achievement of low-income minority students. (SK)

Descriptors: Behavior Change, Constructivism (Learning), Middle School Students, Middle Schools, Minority Groups, Problem Based Learning, Science Achievement, Urban Education

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative

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Language: English

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