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Impact of active and passive instructor involvement in PBL on database design mastery
Authors
Efthimis Kioumourtzoglou
Abstract
This study explores the
impact of active and passive instructor involvement in Problem-Based Learning
(PBL) on students’ mastery of database design concepts. PBL is a
student-centered teaching method that encourages learners to engage in
real-world problems, fostering critical thinking and deeper understanding. The
research investigates how varying levels of instructor involvement influence
student outcomes in database design tasks. Active involvement refers to
instructors guiding students through discussions, offering real-time feedback,
and facilitating problem-solving strategies, while passive involvement means
instructors provide resources and monitor progress without direct engagement.
This study employs a mixed-methods approach, collecting both qualitative and
quantitative data from a group of graduate students enrolled in a database
design course. The results suggest that students in the active involvement
group demonstrated significantly better performance in designing complex
databases, showing higher conceptual understanding, problem-solving skills, and
the ability to apply theory to practice. In contrast, the passive involvement
group exhibited slower progression in mastering advanced design techniques,
despite completing similar tasks. These findings emphasize the importance of
instructor engagement in promoting student mastery of complex subjects like
database design. The study offers insights into the effectiveness of PBL when
combined with active or passive instructor roles, guiding educators in the
design of more effective teaching strategies.
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Pages:26-31
How to cite this article:
Efthimis Kioumourtzoglou "Impact of active and passive instructor involvement in PBL on database design mastery". International Journal of Applied Review
, Vol 1, Issue 1, 2025, Pages 26-31
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