Problem-Based Learning in Wind Energy Using Virtual and Real Setups

A bibliometric and classification study of Project-based Learning in Engineering Education

“…In addition to the mentioned approaches, some techniques have been applied in the progress of projects, such as virtual meetings, e-learning, skill sections, game elements, Matlab, robots and communities of practice, among others (Prince & Felder, 2006;Bellmunt et al, 2006;Behrens et al, 2010;McLurkin et al, 2013;Santos-Martin et al, 2012;Soares et al, 2014;Hosseinzadeh & Hesamzadeh, 2012;Warren et al, 2012). Finally, as a tool for evaluation, peer evaluation was used in the composition of students' grades (De los Ríos-Carmenado et al, 2015;Chau, 2007;Palmer & Hall, 2011;Hosseinzadeh & Hesamzadeh, 2012;Mantri et al, 2008;Hersam et al, 2004;Rodríguez et al, 2015;Kumar & Hsiao, 2007).…”

“…In addition, some authors proposed competitions to stimulate the students' motivation (Gomez-de-Gabriel et al Nevertheless, some negative aspects were identified, for instance the high time demands for project work (Palmer & Hall, 2011;Santos-Martin et al, 2012); the students consider that they get lower returns in terms of grades, when compared to the traditional courses (Fernandes et al, 2012;Warren et al, 2012); some lecturers seen PBL programs as more time consuming (Rodríguez et al, 2015); students report weakness on programs on support conflict resolution and team building (Soares et al, 2013).…”

Computer-Supported Collaborative Learning in STEM Domains: Towards a Meta-synthesis

“…Cluster 2, the "Mediated Inquiry" Cluster, represents papers emphasizing face-to-face mediated collaboration, with inquiry and exploration pedagogies that use dynamic technological tools such as simulations and immersive technologies [5,11,20,27,38,39] or games [16,32]. Table 3 shows the clear dominance of the different inquiry and exploration pedagogies in this cluster.…”

“…Dynamic technologies such as virtual simulations can provide authentic learning experiences similar to that of a physical laboratory component in physics classes. Virtual laboratories can help students deepen their understanding of concepts [39], reduce cognitive load, revisit certain parts, test and re-test ideas, and receive feedback [27]. Among the sampled papers emphasizing game-based pedagogy and tools, results indicated active collaborative partnerships formed during game play might be useful for encouraging learners to articulate their understanding of concepts and making their thinking visible [16,32].…”

A Probe into an Applicable Practical Teaching Method with Diverse Collaborations

“…Discussion teaching [4] and heuristic teaching [5] is another two effective teaching mode of improving the ability of students in independent thinking and activating the interest in learning. Problem-based learning method is applicable in engineering education [6], which relies on the problems and discussion of students in learning. Task-based [7] and project-based teaching methods [8] concentrate on developing the practical hands-on capabilities.…”