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The Effects of Modeling Expert Cognitive Strategies during Problem-Based Learning.

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Pedersen, Susan; Liu, Min – Journal of Educational Computing Research, 2002

Describes a study that examined the potential of a hypermedia-based expert tool to scaffold regular education sixth graders engaged in a problem-based learning program. Topics include cognitive apprenticeship support for problem-based learning; using hypermedia to offer expert modeling; attitudes toward the learning environment; and self-directed…

Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Courseware, Grade 6, Hypermedia

Alien Rescue: A Problem-Based Hypermedia Learning Environment for Middle School Science

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Liu, Min; Williams, Doug; Pedersen, Susan – Journal of Educational Technology Systems, 2002

This article describes an innovative hypermedia product for sixth graders in space science: Alien Rescue. Using a problem-based learning approach that is highly interactive, Alien Rescue engages students in scientific investigations aimed at finding solutions to complex and meaningful problems. Problem-based learning (PBL) is an instructional…

Descriptors: Grade 6, Middle Schools, Teaching Methods, Space Sciences