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# Problem based learning

Problem based learning is about the students developing real world skills through solving a specific complex problem. A teacher will guide the students through the process.

## Preparation

* Read about what problem based learning is [here](https://citl.illinois.edu/citl-101/teaching-learning/resources/teaching-strategies/problem-based-learning-\(pbl\))
* Read about [the steps in problem based learning](https://teach.its.uiowa.edu/sites/teach.its.uiowa.edu/files/docs/docs/Steps_of_PBL_ed.pdf)
* Watch [this short video](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RGoJIQYGpYk) on problem based learning

## Paths & Exercises

[Exercise](/teacher-curriculum/exercises/problem-based-learning.md)