An Empirical Study of PBL in a Blended Learning Environment for Promoting Deep Learning

摘要

According to the literature review, the study proposes a PBL curriculum design framework in blended learning for promoting deep learning, including reality-based project theme, open and inclusive inquiry activities, rich and varied learning resources, cross-cycle learning steps, and timely reflection. And the study design the PBL curriculum based on the Education Science Press of the elementary school science "Sound" module in China. There are 22 participants in the study and it is carried for four-month to test the validity and deficiencies of the framework. Questionnaires, and group works were used to evaluate the learning outcome, and the study show that students can enter deep learning through PBL, and they also gained significant scientific knowledge. From the participants' feedback, some need to be improved in future, such as teacher's evaluation for students' performance and the good use of Internet.