Day 1: Introduction to Problem-Based Learning (PBL)

- Definition and principles of PBL

- Advantages and disadvantages of PBL

- Comparison with traditional teaching methods

References:

1. Barrows HS, Tamblyn RM. Problem-based learning: An approach to medical education. Springer
Publishing Company; 1980.

2. Hmelo-Silver CE. Problem-based learning: What and how do students learn? Educational psychology
review. 2004;16(3):235-266.

Day 2: Designing PBL Cases

- Steps in designing a PBL case

- Characteristics of a good PBL case

- Examples of PBL cases for health professionals

References:

1. Savin-Baden M, Major CH. Foundations of problem-based learning. McGraw-Hill Education (UK); 2013.

2. Schmidt HG, Rotgans JI, Yew EHJ. The process of problem-based learning: What works and why.
Medical education. 2011;45(8):792-806.

Day 3: Facilitating PBL Sessions

- Role of the facilitator in PBL

- Skills required for effective facilitation

- Common challenges in facilitating PBL sessions and strategies to overcome them

References:

1. Dolmans DHJM, Ginns P, Pennings JCM, Custers EJFM. Problembased learning in continuing medical
education: A review of controlled evaluation studies. Medical Education. 2005;39(10):1037–1045.

2. Hmelo-Silver CE, Duncan RG, Chinn CA. Scaffolding and achievement in problem-based and inquiry
learning: A response to Kirschner, Sweller, and Clark (2006). Educational psychologist. 2007;42(2):99–
107.

Day 4: Assessment in PBL

- Types of assessment in PBL

- Criteria for evaluating PBL performance

- Advantages and disadvantages of PBL assessment

References:

1. Maudsley G, Strivens J. 'Science', 'critical thinking' and 'competence' for tomorrow's doctors. Medical
education. 2000;34(8): 720-726.

2. Hmelo-Silver CE, Marathe S, Liu L, Fishman BJ. Assessing the quality of online problem-based learning
discussions. Journal of the Learning Sciences. 2007;16(3): 379-428.

Day 5: Implementing PBL in Health Professions Education

- Strategies for implementing PBL in health professions education

- Challenges and solutions to implementing PBL

- Examples of successful implementation of PBL in health professions education

References:

1. Neville AJ, Norman GR. PBL in the undergraduate MD program at McMaster University: Three
iterations in three decades. Academic Medicine. 2007;82(4):370–374.

2. Schmidt HG, van der Molen HT, Te Winkel WWGJW, Wijnen.

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based+learning)&hl=en&as_sdt=0&as_vis=1&oi=scholart

Day 6: Future Directions for PBL

- Emerging trends and innovations in PBL

- Potential applications of PBL beyond health professions education

- Implications for research and practice in PBL

References:

1. Savery JR, Duffy TM. Problem based learning: An instructional model and its constructivist framework.
Educational Technology Publications Englewood Cliffs NJ; 1995.

2. Hmelo-Silver CE. Problem-based learning: What's the difference? Educational Psychology Review.
2004;16(3):235-266.

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