Problem and Project Based Learning in Elementary Mathematics

Abstract

Several studies have shown that there has been an increase in popularity of problem solving and project-based learning. Project based learning is a teaching method that focuses on students gaining knowledge by working on a problem, or challenge for an extended period (Habok and Nagy, 2016). Problem solving based learning is when students are given the opportunity to share their outcomes and solutions (Habok and Nagy, 2016). Studies show that teachers who use project or problem-based learning have more achievement from their students.