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  • Science Education
  • Cognitive Science

Background:

  • Problem solving is crucial in science, serving as both a tool and an educational objective.
  • Effective problem-solving instruction is guided by learning theories and research.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe an online, evidence-based teaching guide for instructors.
  • To provide practical principles and actionable steps for teaching problem solving.

Main Methods:

  • The guide synthesizes research on problem-solving instruction.
  • It outlines theoretical underpinnings and instructional choices (e.g., peer-led team learning, worked examples, inquiry learning, productive failure).
  • Assessment strategies for problem-solving outcomes are also discussed.

Main Results:

  • The guide presents key points, summaries, and links to relevant literature.
  • It categorizes instructional strategies based on the timing of instruction relative to problem solving.
  • An instructor checklist is provided for practical application.

Conclusions:

  • The guide supports instructors in developing and refining problem-solving instruction.
  • It emphasizes evidence-based practices to improve student learning and conceptual understanding in science.