Teaching

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There are two main approaches I take in my wildlife conservation and ecology classroom: problem-based learning or PBL and service learning.

What is Problem-based learning or PBL?

Problem-based learning (PBL) is an instructional method that challenges students to "learn to learn," working cooperatively in groups to seek solutions to real world problems. These problems are used to engage students' curiosity and initiate learning the subject matter. PBL prepares students to think critically and analytically, and to find and use appropriate learning resources. (Barbara Duch, as posted on the UD PBL website)

What is Service Learning?

Service-learning is a pedagogy that exposes students to the needs of the larger society, engages them in addressing those needs through community service, and connects what they learn in the classroom to real-world conditions. At its best, service-learning is a powerful teaching method that allows students to reflect upon why such conditions exist and what their democratic responsibilities are in addressing them. (adapted from the Center for Liberal Education and Civic Engagement, as posted on the UD Office of Service Learning website)