Developed and maintained by Frank LaBanca, Ed.D.
Dr. LaBanca was recognized by eSchool News and Discovery as the 2006 National Outstanding Classroom Blogger for his blog, Applied Science Research
In Search of Creativity was a 2011 Edublog Awards Finalist in the "Best Teacher Blog" Category
Problem finding is the creative ability to define or identify a problem. The process involves consideration of alternative views or definitions of a problem that are generated and selected for further consideration. Problem finding requires individuals to set objectives, define purposes, decide what is interesting, and ultimately decide what they want to study.
Andragony offers an effective use of formative assessment 10/22/08
Do teachers understand? 1/31/08
An apparent paradox in idea and workload 8/29/07
The disenfranchised student, the suspect counselor, and a reflection on an Ed Tech’s perspective 6/1/07
A chat with Carol 5/2/07
I have just completed my first “viewable” version of my lit review for my dissertation proposal. It is available at the left link. The file is currently set as “File 1.” The balance between including information is difficult. I am struggling with my lack of information on problem finding. It seems that I have a whole binder full of problem finding stuff, yet I am struggling because it seems to say very little — I guess that makes this a worthwile study. I am less attached to my model of having to progress through stages (e.g. mess finding, problem finding, etc.) I think, since this is more of my conceptual idea, I can use it to frame what I do without necessarily forcing it into my dissertation. It might be an appropriate conclusion for the study/ look at transferability. I hope ISEF comes through to allow me to study.