Mario Maxwell Müller 
Problem and project-based learning to promote Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics 

Essay from the year 2022 in the subject Pedagogy – General, grade: Summa Cum Laude, University of the People (Faculty of Education), course: Masters in Education (Advanced Teaching for Elementary, Middle and Secondary), language: English, abstract: The following research essay will discuss the advantages and disadvantages of the problem and project-based learning to promote STEM within an International School, where most curriculum integrates the International Baccalaureate programme for PYP, MYP and DP. In inquiry-based learning setting it is important for teachers to consider incorporating both problem and project-based learning, and emphasise the importance of students showing a particular interest in STEM, and how it can be beneficial for extending their knowledge and understanding of culminating both Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics together to enhance their learning opportunities. Furthermore, it is imperative to create instructional activities to stimulate and motivate students to want to become actively engaged in lessons. In terms of class projects and assignments, teachers can incorporate several different strategies to support students regularly and consistently.

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Mario Maxwell Muller studied and completed a Ph D in Philosophy (Arts, Social Sciences, and Education) at the University of Venda, South Africa). He has a triple master’s degree, First Class (with Distinction) from the University of Pretoria, South Africa, London College of Music, West London University, United Kingdom, and the University of the People, USA. Mario has been teaching for twenty-two years in different leadership positions and has taught at prestigious schools in South Africa, England, Thailand, India, Mexico, and Gabon. He enjoys being a risktaker, principled and effective communicator, whilst serving as a Senior Examiner for Music (HL) for the International Baccalaureate programme. He is currently enrolled on the National Professional Qualification for Headship (NPQH) under the LSSE, UK and in partnership with Cambridge University, and Canterbury Christ Church University, United Kingdom.

Ensuring each child reaches their full potential through an IB curriculum is essential, through promoting inquiry-based learning, cooperative learning and collaboration for students to work together, with a strong emphasis on “International Mindedness”.