Problem Based Learning (PBL)

Problem Based Learning (PBL)

1. A learning method based on the principle of using problems as a starting point for the acquisition and integration of new knowledge

2. Objectives of PBL

   • Acquire and retain knowledge and be able to retrieve it.
   • Development of effective self-directed learning skills (desire to learn, formulate their learning objectives, select and use the best available resources)
   • Activation of Prior Knowledge
   • Motivation for learning
   • Communication skills
   • Leadership roles, value team work and interpersonal skills

3. Elements of PBL

   • Problem
     • Role of problems in PBL
       • We learn critical thinking, Reasoning and Weighing of evidence, because when we discuss we need a good evidence.
       • Integrative Thinking: different disciplines
       • Behaviour: Think like a professional
       • Learning how to learn: problem analysis, identify gaps in knowledge, dealing with future problems
   • Students
     • Role of students in PBL
       • To be a good learner
       • To be a leader on self first and then on others
       • Facilitate discussion by asking questions
       • Recorder
       • Elaborator
       • Critic
       • Constructive evaluator
       • Encourager
       • Active discussant
       • Knowledgeable about PBL process.
       • Punctual
       • Committed
       • Scribe
         • another student who registers the discussion and summarizes the learning needs.
   • Tutor
     • Is a person who facilitates learning of students in PBL tutorials rather than to convey information.
     • Maintains group dynamics
   • Process

4. 7 Jumps

   • 1- Clarify terms.
     • So we all can have the same understanding of the problem
     • Session 1
       • Analyze, Discuss the problem
       • What do we know? What do we need to Know?
       • List learning objectives
       • Organize who does what
   • 2- Define the problem.
     • To know the objectives, to define what we are going to learn
   • 3- Analyze the problem.
   • 4- Summarize.
   • 5- Formulate learning objectives.
   • 6- Self study based on step 5.
   • 7- Report back in the group.
     • Session 2
       • Explain and Present New information
       • Linkage to the problem
       • Present concept map