This article suggests that peer interaction is most effective when orchestrated around a progression of problems. Problem-centered learning is enhanced by carefully structured peer interactions. Problem-centered instruction is a form of direct instruction wherein instructional components are taught in the context of problems. An effective…

Examined how four groups of education graduate students worked in a distributed online problem-based learning (PBL) environment using an asynchronous threaded discussion tool. Discusses student interaction; developing their own understanding; how students work with idea units; student communication; and the role of the instructor in designing and…