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MPBL: equipping the African university lecturer.(Modified Problem-Based Learning)
Academic Exchange Quarterly
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March 22, 2006 |
Milhouse, Virginia |
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Abstract
Modified Problem-Based Learning (mPBL) can be useful to the African university because it enables the lecturer to transmit to the African learner critical skills needed to work with others in groups, organizations and communities to solve the problems they will face beyond the classroom. Thus, while mPBL has the same goals as PBL it differs from this pure form by incorporating critical elements such as collaborative team-based learning, Triple-Jump Competency learning and empowerment principles and practices.
Introduction
In many ways, the 21st Century African university is facing some of the same challenges universities in the United ...
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