21st Century Strands & Strategies
Chapter: Strands & Strategies: Deep Dive
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Engaging in student-centered instruction
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Incorporating 21
st
century skills to find solutions to real world problems to find for
solutions
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Integrating STEM
What does the research suggest?
“Research studies have demonstrated that Problem-Based Learning can:
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be more effective than traditional instruction in increasing academic
achievement on annual state-
administered assessment tests.
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be more effective than
traditional instruction for
teaching mathematics,
economics, science, social
science, clinical medical skills
and for careers in the allied
health occupations and
teaching.
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be more effective than
traditional instruction for long-
term retention, skill development
and satisfaction of students and
teachers.
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be more effective than
traditional instruction for preparing students to integrate and explain concepts.
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improve students’ mastery of 21st century skills.
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be especially effective with lower-achieving students.”
Source: Buck Institute for Education
