Effectiveness of Problem-based Learning Curricula

Dysfunctional problem-based learning curricula: resolving the problem

BACKGROUND Problem-based learning (PBL) has become the most significant innovation in medical education of the past 40 years. In contrast to exam-centered, lecture-based conventional curricula, PBL is a comprehensive curricular strategy that fosters student-centred learning and the skills desired in physicians. The rapid spread of PBL has produced many variants. One of the most common is 'hybri...

Effectiveness of problem-based learning curricula: theory, practice and paper darts.

In a recent review article, Colliver concluded that there was no convincing evidence that problem-based learning was more effective than conventional methods. He then went on to lay part of the blame on cognitive psychology, claiming that 'the theory is weak, its theoretical concepts are imprecise. the basic research is contrived and ad hoc'. This paper challenges these claims and presents evid...

Tutoring in problem-based learning medical curricula: the influence of tutor background and style on effectiveness

BACKGROUND Evidence for the superiority of particular characteristics in PBL tutors in medical curricula is generally inconclusive. Most studies have investigated the effectiveness of content experts compared with that of non-experts as measured either by student satisfaction or academic achievement. A few have compared academic staff tutors with student tutors. The purpose of this study was to...

Effectiveness of Problem-Based Learning

their research and applies new knowledge to the problem. The group also critiques their previous work. Phase four involves summary and integration. Wood (2003) described the Maastritch model of the ‘seven jump’ steps comprising of identifying and clarifying unfamiliar terms, defining problem, brainstorming, reviewing definition and discussion of brainstorming and arranging explanations and solu...

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