Problems identified by tutors in a hybrid problem-based learning curriculum

Authors
Houlden, RL Collier, CP Frid, PJ John, SL Pross, H
Citation
Rl. Houlden et al., Problems identified by tutors in a hybrid problem-based learning curriculum, ACAD MED, 76(1), 2001, pp. 81-81
Citations number
2
Categorie Soggetti
Health Care Sciences & Services
Journal title
ACADEMIC MEDICINE
ISSN journal
10402446 → ACNP
Volume
76
Issue
1
Year of publication
2001
Pages
81 - 81
Database
ISI
SICI code
1040-2446(200101)76:1<81:PIBTIA>2.0.ZU;2-M
Abstract
Problem-based learning (PBL) tutors (n = 27) were interviewed to identify p roblems they encountered in facilitating a hybrid PBL-lectures curriculum. Analysis of responses yielded six problems for students: "mini-lecturing," dysfunctional group dynamics, completing cases too quickly, superficial res earch, frustration with tutors who lack content expertise, and lack of supp ort for PBL. These may arise because students lack problem-solving and inte rpersonal skills needed to benefit from PBL.