Sample Problem-Based Learning Cases in Psychology

In the previous chapters, we were introduced to the content of a PBL psychology course with figures and tables outlining its structure and clearly defining the themes and the modules of the entire course. This chapter outlines two PBL psychology cases, and each of these cases are presented in the short and long case (progressive release) format. The first case is from Year 1, Beginning of Life Cycle module, week one, and covers normal aspects of child development. The second case is from Year 2, Meet the World Module, week 14, and focuses on abnormal aspects of development. For the short cases, the tutor notes and a mind map are presented while for the long cases tutor notes and learning objectives (LOBs) that need to be generated during the PBL session are inserted.