Title :
Introduction of project based learning approach in PhD program of electrical engineers
Author :
Patlins, A. ; Kunicina, Nadezhda ; Zabasta, Anatolijs ; Zhiravecka, A. ; Ribickis, Leonids
Author_Institution :
Fac. of Power & Electr. Eng., Riga Tech. Univ., Riga, Latvia
Abstract :
Nowadays high schools graduates need to be self directed and possess lifelong learning skills. They need to be creative, critical thinkers, problem solvers and analytical in their approach. Problem based learning (PBL) is one of the constructivist approaches where cooperation among learners plays important role in the learning method. The project based learning approach in PhD program of electrical engineers program "Computerized control of electrical Technologies” is discussed in this article. Lifelong learning educations, additional training offered by the university, as well as introduction of ICT tools are also discussed.
Keywords :
continuing education; educational courses; electrical engineering education; ICT tools; PhD program; computerized control; critical thinkers; electrical engineers; electrical technologies; high schools graduates; learning method; learning skills; lifelong learning educations; problem based learning; problem solvers; project based learning; Educational institutions; Electrical engineering; Energy efficiency; Lighting; Medical services; Training; electrical engineering; project based learning; study programm;
Conference_Titel :
MECHATRONIKA, 2012 15th International Symposium
Conference_Location :
Prague
Print_ISBN :
978-1-4673-0979-0