The Destination: Problem-Based Learning Project
The Experiential Learning Center was established to oversee new approaches to teaching and learning in which students learn by doing, and simulate real world work experience. The Destination: Problem-Based Learning project extends our support of the scenario-based learning community to the broader world of problem-based learning.
Update: What’s up with our community? It’s been awfully quiet recently. We are in the process of redesigning our Forums to better meet the needs of our PBL community. Stay tuned! Continue reading
Kudos to Industry Software Developers in Reno Nevada for Fabulous PBL Industry Review
Four TMCC students asked for an independent study course in Simulation Physics this spring semester. They lived an “extreme” PBL experience. The assignment – Learn as much as you can and bring, at the end of the semester, a presentation of your knowledge and skills to a group of software engineers and physics engine experts. The students were to sell their abilities as though they were selling themselves as future employees. Three local software experts: Tony Morelli – an independent software contractor, Brett Sulprizio and Kasey Loomis both from Bally Technologies, made this PBL experience complete for these four students. The visitors’ input, not only related to the content of the presentation, but also in helping the students see how their intrinsic motivation got them through a truly “independent study” course and how they can continue the process they have started was so empowering to this group of 2nd year Community College students. Ideas for developing their skills in general and building a body of work that any employer would be pleased to see were shared along with high praise for the teamwork and perseverance seen. Thanks also goes to Greg Steele of Bally Technologies for directing me to Tony, Brett and Kasey as three outstanding industry representatives to bring into the class. They haven’t heard the last from us – through their continued support we’ll be developing an industry driven simulation physics class that we couldn’t do without their real world expertise. Kudos to all!
ITC Leadership Academy 2012 goes PBL
The focus for this year’s three-day academy will be providing leadership development in a changing eLearning environment. The faculty will provide immersive opportunities and incorporate scenario-based learning activities to explore effective leadership in eLearning. Cathy House, a Senior PBL Faculty Mentor from Truckee Meadows Community College, has created new leadership scenarios for the Academy.
Deadline to apply is June 8th. See their website at http://www.itcnetwork.org for additional details and an application form.
Pacific Region Learning Summit 2012
PRLS is about to begin. See you there !
PRLS Registration is closed for 2012.
Pacific Regions Learning Summit (PRLS), a professional development opportunity designed to transform faculty’s teaching and students’ learning, will be held May 14-May 18th at Leeward Community College, Pearl City HI.
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