Problem-Based Learning: An Inquiry Approach

"Deserves a place on every educator's bookshelf. This book offers multiple examples of easy and practical ways to incorporate problem-based inquiry into every classroom." (Jeff Robbins, Science Teacher 2006-11-21)

"An easy-to-read, straightforward approach to improving student achievement. This valuable resource refocuses on what is most important in our educational system: getting kids to think for themselves." (Randal M. Koch, Principal 2006-11-21)

"Barell shares numerous examples from teachers and students to illustrate what inquiry looks like and provides the necessary tools and step-by-step guidelines to bring problem-based learning to your classroom." (Cheryl Hopper, Director 2006-11-21)

"Provides both the theoretical and practical framework for structuring instruction that will stimulate the natural curiosity of students." (David Weiss, Assistant Superintendent 2006-11-22)

"A winning, application-based analysis of PBL. Teachers receive an excellent survey of the process with attention to troubleshooting common issues and problems." (California Bookwatch, March 2007 2007-04-11)

"Enables teachers to prepare their students to take ownership of a task and use appropriate learning resources in acquiring contextual and procedural knowledge and gaining proficiency in problem-solving skills through self-directed learning and collaborative teams. For those starting out exploring problem-based learning and discovering how to facilitate the learning process, this book is a place to begin." (NSTA Recommends 2007-05-03)

"Barell has provided a sound strategy and an easy-to-follow outline for the PBL process." (Teacher Librarian, April 2007 2007-11-07)