[WEEK-01] Enquiry-Based Learning

Question 1

What are two strategies used for problem-solving in psychology?

Answer 1

• problem-solving algorithms.
• heuristics.

Question 2

What are heuristics?

Answer 2

A cognitive shortcut/rule of thumb that finds a relatively quick solution to an event, but it does not guarantee the correct solutions.

Question 3

What are problem-solving algorithms (simply called algorithms)?

Answer 3

This is a step-by-step procedure that tries every possible solution to a problem until it finds the most correct or effective solution.

Question 4

What is enquiry-based learning [Wiggins et al, 2016]

Answer 4

This method equips learning with an open ended investigative approach to develop a responsibility for learning, which is “rooted in problem-solving, self-directed learning and group interaction” (pp.139).

Question 5

What did Barrett, Cashman & Moore (2011) find in terms of enquiry-based learning?

Answer 5

They found that enquiry was prompted by a problem, puzzle, scenario, or case study that was tackled collaboratively.

Question 6

How did Hung et al, (2008), support enquiry-based learning?

Answer 6

They found that it enhanced knowledge retention and the ability to apply concepts to the real world.

Question 7

What did Schmidt et al, (2006), find in support of enquiry-based learning?

Answer 7

The method enhanced self-directed learning, planning, and organisation.

Question 8

How does Dolmans et al, (2005), support enquiry-based learning?

Answer 8

Found it enhanced team-working skills amongst participants.

Question 9

How does Karantzas et al, (2013), support enquiry-based learning?

Answer 9

Found it improved employability amongst participants.