ABSTRACT
PBL (Problem-Based Learning) is a teaching method that helps to develop critical thinking and independent problem-solving in students. PBL provides opportunities for users to work in groups, and find and evaluate material. Since elementary school is a critical period for developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills, it will be of great help later in the learning process if students develop the ability to think independently during the initial stages of compulsory education. However, Chinese primary school students generally lack the ability in these aspects, and PBL is rarely used in Chinese primary schools. Therefore, the researchers in this group searched the literature on the application of PBL in primary schools in various countries and conducted research. Studies have shown that after the use of PBL in elementary schools, students’ learning interests and mastery increased. Hence, in the future primary school education in China, the PBL teaching method should be cited, and the experience of using PBL abroad should be used for reference, to further create a PBL suitable for China's national conditions.
