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Chapter 12. Using Team Based Learning to Promote Problem Solving Through Active Learning

Capel, Natalie J.; Hancock, Laura M.; Howe, Chloe; Jones, Graeme R.; Phillips, Tess R.; Plana, Daniela

Authors

Natalie J. Capel

Laura M. Hancock

Chloe Howe



Abstract

Team Based Learning (TBL) is a structured small group collaborative form of learning where learners combine their knowledge to solve problems. TBL has been found to be highly effective at facilitating active learning, as learners are required to prepare in advance of sessions then discuss and debate potential solutions to problems with their peers. Despite being relatively underused in the physical sciences, we have embedded TBL into our chemistry curriculum at all levels, including a transnational degree programme with a Chinese university. Herein we provide a guide for incorporating TBL into chemistry education. We describe the different ways that TBL has been incorporated into our chemistry teaching through a series of case studies, from using TBL as a replacement for standard problem classes to a method for ‘flipping’ the classroom. Both staff and students have found TBL to be an effective way of promoting active learning, leading to enhanced problem solving skills.

Citation

Capel, N. J., Hancock, L. M., Howe, C., Jones, G. R., Phillips, T. R., & Plana, D. (2021). Chapter 12. Using Team Based Learning to Promote Problem Solving Through Active Learning. In Problems and Problem Solving in Chemistry Education (279-319). Royal Society of Chemistry. https://doi.org/10.1039/9781839163586-00279

Online Publication Date May 17, 2021
Publication Date 2021
Deposit Date Apr 30, 2024
Publisher Royal Society of Chemistry
Pages 279-319
Series Title Advances in Chemistry Education Series
Series ISSN 2056-9343; 2056-9335
Book Title Problems and Problem Solving in Chemistry Education
Chapter Number 12
ISBN 9781839162183
DOI https://doi.org/10.1039/9781839163586-00279
Public URL https://keele-repository.worktribe.com/output/799994
Publisher URL https://books.rsc.org/books/edited-volume/926/chapter-abstract/724247/Using-Team-Based-Learning-to-Promote-Problem?redirectedFrom=fulltext
Related Public URLs https://books.rsc.org/books/edited-volume/926/Problems-and-Problem-Solving-in-Chemistry?searchresult=1