At Maastricht University,  our teaching is focused on an immersive block design, where we implement Problem-Based Learning (PBL) across six teaching periods of approximately seven weeks. PBL is based on four key principles of modern education: 

1. Constructive learning - students develop their own knowledge networks by reflecting on what they know and what they need to know.

2. Contextual learning - students apply knowledge in context.

3. Collaborative learning - students actively work together to discuss and disentangle problems.

4. Self-directed learning - students take ownership of their learning process.

For more information on Problem-Based Learning at UM, click here.

Chris is currently coordinating the following courses at Maastricht University:

• Visualization and Data Storytelling (skills course) - VSK2008

• Sustainable Development - Human Impact on the Earth System - VSC1501

• Research Project I & II - Sustainable Biosciences Programme

• Ecosystem Services - Sustainable Biosciences Programme

Prior to his role at Maastricht University, Chris helped develop Australia's first undergraduate and master's courses on Structured Decision Making, within the School of Environment at The University of Queensland. 

For more information about our brand new undergraduate programme on Sustainable Bioscience, check out this link!

Image credit: Arjun Shandilya (top), Maastricht University (bottom)