Implementation of Web 2.0 Tools and Virtual Platforms to PBL Methodology: a Case Study

Abstract

In problem-based learning (PBL), students work together in groups to solve real-world problems. This is a very promising methodology to prepare students for 21st century skills as leadership and think critically, and to develop a model for lifelong learning. Furthermore the rise of Web 2.0 as a collaborative platform offering a wide range of communication and website-based tools fits very well with this PBL learning mode. In this paper, we present a real experience supporting this thesis in a high school. The project has been possible thanks to the Educat 2.0 project in Catalonia schools that provides the technical infrastructure suitable for schools, teachers and mainly students to easily access internet and Web 2.0 tools.