ENHANCING THE QUALITY OF GENERAL PHYSICS EDUCATION THROUGH PROJECT-BASED LEARNING: A STUDY AT THE UNIVERSITY OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND COMMUNICATIONS

Duong Thi Thu Huong

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The article explores the impact of Project-Based Learning (PBL) on General Physics education. The study, conducted with 120 students at a Vietnamese university, utilizes a mixed-method approach combining theoretical research, expert opinions, and data analysis. It examines the shift from traditional teaching to PBL, emphasizing hands-on, real-world problem-solving to improve understanding and application of physics concepts. The findings indicate significant positive outcomes in student engagement, understanding, and satisfaction. The study also discusses the challenges and considerations in implementing PBL, the importance of teacher training, and the potential for scalability and long-term impact in diverse educational settings.

 

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project-based learning; general physics education; teacher training in PBL; scalability of educational methods; Vietnam

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