PBL in Teaching in Higher Education Certificate (THEC) Programme

Synopsis

What is PBL and why is it an important learning pedagogy in TP? This session introduces the characteristics and rationale for PBL, the roles of both students and tutors in the process, and the PBL process framework. Participants will also experience the PBL process for themselves and learn pedagogical knowledge through resolving real-life problems that they are likely to encounter in class.

General Learning Outcomes

After attending the sessions, participants will understand the workings of PBL, its strengths and concerns, and be able to empathise with their students in PBL learning situations.

Specific Learning Outcomes

1. Recognise and apply the appropriate pedagogical principles learnt working through the problem
2. Understand the workings of PBL, its strengths and concerns, and be able to empathise with their students in PBL learning situations.
3. Demonstrate the TP problem-based learning process
4. Evaluate the PBL approach to learning within the context of their experience at these PBL sessions

Footnote: The Teaching in Higher Education Certificate programme is a 90-hour programme for new academic staff in TP.

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