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21	Problem-based teaching and learning in senior phase technology education in Thabo-Mofutsanyana District, Qwaqwa Mokoena, Matshidiso Maria 06 1900 (has links) The aim of this study is to report findings of inquiry into the role that problem-based approach can play in the teaching and learning of Technology in Thabo-Mofutsanyana District in Qwaqwa. This study followed qualitative research methods and ethnographic design informed by the researcher’s desire for the study to be conducted from firsthand knowledge generated in the research setting. The researcher interviewed Grade 9 Technology teachers and experts, observed teaching and learning in two participating and two non-participating secondary schools in Murray & Roberts Technology Olympiad and analysed Technology teachers’ lesson plans and workschedules, portfolios and files of Grade 9 Technology learners. Key findings that this study produced include: PBL is a need in the teaching of Technology; learners function at a higher level of thinking; learners treat concepts at higher and deeper level; learners become more motivated and learners are able to discover theories and make inventions. / Educational Studies / M. Ed. (Didactics) Problem-based learning Constructivism Technology education Inquiry-based learning Process skills Critical thinking Creative thinking Decision-making process Problem-solving process Design process Higher order thinking skills Technology Olympiads and EXPOS 607.126851