TY  - BOOK
AU  - Michalewicz,Zbigniew
AU  - Michalewicz,Matthew
TI  - Puzzle-based learning: introduction to critical thinking, mathematics, and problem solving 
SN  - 1876462639
U1  - 371.397 22
PY  - 2008///
CY  - Ormond [Vic.]
PB  - Hybrid Publishers
KW  - Simulation games in education
KW  - Puzzles
KW  - Critical thinking
KW  - Problem solving
KW  - Ability
N1  - Includes bibliographical references (pages 325-326) and index; Rules 1 - 2 - 3 -- Mathematical Principles and Problem Types -- Puzzles and Assignments
N2  - "What is missing in most curricula - from elementary school all the way through to university education - is coursework focused on the development of problem-solving skills. Most students never learn how to think about solving problems. Besides being a lot of fun, a puzzle-based learning approach also does a remarkable job of convincing students that (a) science is useful and interesting, (b) the basic courses they take are relevant, (c) mathematics is not that scary (no need to hate it!), and (d) it is worthwhile to stay in school, get a degree, and move into the real world which is loaded with interesting problems (problems perceived as real-world puzzles)" --Publisher
ER  -