An Introduction and Evaluation of Problem-Based Learning in Health Professions Education

Problem-based learning (PBL) is a curricular innovation whose distinguishing characteristic is the use of real or simulated problems as the stimulus to student-centered learning. PBL is promoted as facilitating among students the development of critical thinking skills, resource identification, and greater retention of information. This article presents an evaluation of the benefits and concerns related to the use of PBL. Several studies …