A comparison of problem-based learning and lecture-based learning in internal medicine course at The School of Medicine and Pharmacy – the University of Danang

Problem-based learning is a new effective teaching method but has not been applied at the University of Danang - School Medicine and Pharmacy (UD-SMP) yet. This study assesses level knowledge satisfaction students after studying in comparison with traditional one, called “Lecture-based learning”. The results shows that improved students' outcomes compared to terms average scores (9.2 versus 8.6, p < 0.05). Students are more satisfied than Lecture-based because its benefit improving both hard soft skills.