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2. Learning and Innovation Skills: Learning and innovation skills increasingly are being recognized as the skills that separate students who are prepared for increasingly complex life and work environments in the 21st century, and those who are not. A focus on creativity, critical thinking, communication and collaboration is essential to prepare students for the future. Creativity and Innovation Critical Thinking and Problem Solving Communication and Collaboration

POGIL uses guided inquiry – a learning cycle of exploration, concept invention and application – as the basis for many of the carefully designed materials that students use to guide them to construct new knowledge.   POGIL is a student-centered strategy; students work in small groups with individual roles to ensure that all students are fully engaged in the learning process. POGIL activities focus on core concepts and encourage a deep understanding of the course material while developing higher-order thinking skills. POGIL develops process skills such as critical thinking, problem solving, and communication through cooperation and reflection, helping students become lifelong learners and preparing them to be more competitive in a global market.

Ideal PBL student             Ideals of a PBL tutor Knows his role within a group Would help in identifying different roles students may play Knows to ask empowering questions Would help in guiding groups in achieving learning objectives Monitors his own progress by self evaluation and motivation Would help in monitoring individual progress and motivate group Bonds with other members to achieve goals Would help in building trust and encourage bonding of group members Develops thoughtful and well structured approach to guide choices Would help in facilitating critical thinking Fosters collaboration with other group members to create a climate of trust Would facilitate collaborative teaching style