PBL method in the formative process in postgraduate courses
An evaluation from students' perception
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https://doi.org/10.31686/ijier.vol7.iss12.2069Keywords:
Problem Based Learning (PBL), Teaching and learning method, Competence development, Post-graduationAbstract
Several teaching and learning methods, alternative to the traditional method of content transmission and reception, are being proposed and discussed by researchers, aiming to improve the professionals' formation. One of the methods being applied in various educational areas and at different levels of education is the Problem Based Learning (PBL). However, there is still not much evidence about the advantages and disadvantages of applying this method in the formative process of students in postgraduate courses. Consequently, the objective of this work is to evaluate the perception of postgraduate students of a Stricto Sensu course after experiencing the PBL method in their formative disciplines. Through the application of a questionnaire, the perceptions of students who used the PBL method and the traditional teaching method, respectively, were collected in two disciplines of the Interdisciplinary Master's Degree in Sustainability, from a private university in the state of São Paulo - Brazil. The results show the feeling at the beginning and during the learning process using PBL; the perception of the PBL when compared with the traditional teaching method; and the perception of specific skills developed with the PBL. Finally, it can be said that PBL is a teaching method with broad potential in the learning process of a postgraduate course, both for the possibility of building knowledge autonomously, and for the development of specific competences and skills related to postgraduate study and research activities.
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Ribeiro, L. R. C., & Mizukami, M. G. N. (2005). Problem-based learning: a student evaluation of implementation in postgraduate engineering education. European Journal of Engineering Education, 30(1), 137-149.
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Spronken-Smith, R., & Harland, T. (2009). Learning to teach with problem-based learning. Active Learning in Higher Education, 10(2), 138-153.
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Ylitalo, M., Jääskeläinen, M., Horelli, J., & Väänänen, M. (2012). R&D with PBL in engineering education at HAMK Valkeakoski Unit. International Journal Innovation and Learning, 12(1), 85-94.
Albanese, M. A., & Mitchell, S. (1993). Problem-based learning: a review of literature on its outcomes and implementation issues. Academic Medicine, 68(1), 52-81.
Álvarez García, V. M., Paule Ruiz, M.D.P., Pérez Pérez, J. R., & Martín García, M. A. (2011). A case study of the adaptation of problem-based learning for programming subjects. International Journal Teaching and Case Studies, 3(1), 76–91.
Araújo, A. M. P., Fregonesi, M. S. F. A., Soares, M. A., & Slomski, V. G. (2010). Aplicação do Método Problem-based Learning (PBL) no de Curso de Especialização em Controladoria e Finanças. Available: <http://each.uspnet.usp.br/pbl2010/trabs/trabalhos/TC0463-1.pdf>. Access in: Jan 16th 2019.
Azer, S. A. (2009). Interactions between students and tutors in problem-based learning: the significance of deep learning. Kaohsiung Journal of Medical Science, 25(5), 240-249.
Barell, J. (2007). Problem-Based Learning. An Inquiry Approach. Thousand Oaks: Corwin Press.
Barrows, H. S., & Tamblyn, R. (1980). Problem-Based Learning: An Approach to Medical Education. Springer, New York.
Berbel, N. A. N. (2011). As metodologias ativas e a promoção da autonomia de estudantes. Semina: ciências sociais e humanas, 32(1), 25-40.
Borges, M. C., Chachá, S. G. F., Quintana, S. M., Freitas, L. C. C., & Rodrigues, M. L. V. (2014). Aprendizado Baseado em Problemas. Medicina, 47(3), 301-307.
Borochovicius, E., & Tortella, J. C. B. (2014). Aprendizagem Baseada em Problemas: um método de ensino-aprendizagem e suas práticas educativas. Ensaio: Avalaliação e Políticas Públicas em Educação, 22(83), 263-294.
Bridges, E., & Hallinger, E. (1997). New ways of training for school leadership. Peabody Journal of Education, 72(2), 131-146.
Carvalho, B. M. A. (2013). A aprendizagem baseada em problemas: o desenvolvimento de competências transversais através de um projeto interdisciplinar na área do comércio e serviços. Lisboa: Universidade Lusófona de Humanidades e Tecnologias.
Carvalho, K. C. (2018). Aprendizagem Baseada em Problemas. Campinas: PUC-Campinas. (Lecture delivered on February 8th, 2018).
Celinsek, D., & Markic, M. (2008). Implementing problem-based learning in a higher education institution. International Journal Management in Education, 2(1), 88-107.
Christopoulos, T. P., & Steinbeck, R. (2016). Institutionalising the learning process through innovation and participative practices. International Journal Innovation and Learning, 19(2), 188-205.
Combs, G., & Elden, M. (2004). Introduction to the special issue: Problem-Based Learning as Social Inquiry-PBL and Management Education. Journal of Management Education, 28(5), 523-535.
Cyrino, E. G., & Toralles-Pereira, M. L. (2004). Trabalhando com estratégias de ensino-aprendizado por descoberta na área da saúde. Caderno de Saúde Pública, 20(3), 780-788.
Delisle, R. (2000). Como realizar a Aprendizagem Baseada em Problemas. Porto: ASA.
Diesel, A., Baldez, A. L. S., & Martins, S. N. (2017). Os princípios das metodologias ativas de ensino: uma abordagem teórica. Revista Thema, 14(1), 268-288.
Eräpuro-Piila, L., Haka, M., Dietrich, P., & Kujala, J. (2014). Problem-based learning in university education: do psychological preferences make a difference? International Journal Management in Education, 8(2), 101-116.
Escrivão Filho, E., & Ribeiro, L. R. C. (2008). Inovando no ensino de administração: uma experiência com a aprendizagem baseada em problemas (PBL). Cadernos EBAPE.BR, 6(n. esp.), 1-9.
Escrivão Filho, E., & Ribeiro, L. R. C. (2009). Aprendendo com PBL: aprendizagem baseada em problemas: relato de uma experiência em cursos de engenharia da EESCUSP. Revista Minerva, 6(1), 23-30.
Frezatti, F., Martins, D. B., Mucci, D. M., & Lopes, P. A. (2018). Aprendizagem Baseada em Problemas (PBL). São Paulo: Atlas.
Gibbings, P., & Morgan, M. (2005). A guide for entry level PBL courses in engineering. International Journal of Continuing Engineering Education and Life-long Learning, 15(3), 276-290.
Gil, A. C. (2019). Métodos e técnicas de pesquisa social. 7. ed. São Paulo: Atlas.
Godinho, P. A., Oleniki, N. P., & Baroneza, J. E. (2017). A aprendizagem baseada em problemas (ABP) como metodologia de ensino na disciplina de embriologia na visão do aluno. Acta Scientiarum. Human and Social Sciences, 39(3), 327-332.
Gomes, R., Brino, R. F., Aquilante, A. G., & Avó, L. R. S. (2009). Aprendizagem Baseada em Problemas na formação médica e o currículo tradicional de Medicina: uma revisão bibliográfica. Revista Brasileira de Educação Médica, 33(3), 433-440.
Haigh, M. (2010). Exploring sustainability in the context of land reclamation: an exercise for environmental management trainees. International Journal Environment and Sustainable Development, 9(1), 255-268.
Heaviside, H. J., Manley, A. J., & Hudson, J. (2018). Bridging the gap between education and employment: a case study of problem-based learning implementation in Postgraduate Sport and Exercise Psychology. Higher Education Pedagogies, 3(1), 463-477.
Hallinger, P., & Lu, J. (2011). Assessing the instructional effectiveness of problem-based management education in Thailand: A longitudinal evaluation. Management Learning, 42(3), 279-299.
Kwan, C.Y. (2000). What is problem-based learning (PBL)? It is magic, myth and mindset. Centre for Development of Teaching and Learning, 3(3), 1-3.
Luanrattana, R., Win, K. T., Fulcher, J., & Iverson, D. (2010). Adoption of mobile technology in a problem-based learning approach to medical education. International Journal Mobile Learning and Organisation, 4(3), 294-316.
Martins, S. N., Diesel, A., Strohschoen, A. A. G., & Silva, J. S. (2015). Impacto da aprendizagem baseada em problemas nos processos de ensino e de aprendizagem na pós-graduação. Available: <http://educere.bruc.com.br/arquivo/pdf2015/19168_9083.pdf>. Acesso em: Jan 16th 2019.
Masetto, T. PBL na Educação? (2004). In: RomanowskI, J. P.; Martins, P. L. O.; Junqueira, S. R. A. (Orgs.). Conhecimento local e conhecimento universal: diversidade, mídias e tecnologias da educação. Curitiba: Champagnat.
Mayo, P., Donnely, M. B., Nash, P. P., & Schwartz, R. W. (1993). Student perceptions of tutor effectiveness in problem-based surgery clerkship. Teaching and Learning in Medicine, 5(4), 227-233.
Mozzato, A. R., & Grzybovski, D. (2011). Análise de conteúdo como técnica de análise de dados qualitativos no campo da administração: potencial e desafios. Revista de Administração Contemporânea, 15(4), 731-747.
O Doherty, D., McKeague, H., Harney, S., Browne, G., & McGrath, D. (2018). What can we learn from problem-based learning tutors at a graduate entry medical school? A mixed method approach. BMC Medical Education, 18(96), 1-12.
Oliveira, T. M. V. (2001). Amostragem não probabilística: adequação de situações para uso e limitações de amostras por conveniência, julgamento e quotas. Administração On Line, 2(3), 1-15.
Paliktzoglou, V., & Suhonen, J. (2014). Facebook as an assisted learning tool in problem-based learning: the Bahrain case. International Journal Social Media and Interactive Learning Environments, 2(1), 85-100.
Park S. E, Susarla, S. M., Cox C. K., Silva J., & Howell, T. H. (2007). Do tutor expertise and experience influence student performance in a problem-based curriculum? Journal Dental Education, 71(6), 819-824.
Podges, J. M., & Kommers, P. A. M. (2016). Differential effects of variations in problem-based and lecturing sequences. International Journal Continuing Engineering Education and Life-Long Learning, 26(2), 217-239.
Ribeiro, L. R. C. (2010). Aprendizagem baseada em problemas: uma experiência no ensino superior. São Carlos: Edufscar.
Ribeiro, L. R. C., & Mizukami, M. G. N. (2005). Problem-based learning: a student evaluation of implementation in postgraduate engineering education. European Journal of Engineering Education, 30(1), 137-149.
Savery, J. R. (2006). Overview of problem-based learning: definitions and distinctions. The Interdisciplinary Journal of Problem-based Learning, 1(1), 9-20.
Schwartz, P., Mennin, S., & Webb, G. (2001). Problem-based Learning: case studies, experience and practice. Londres: Kogan Page.
Sherwood, A. L. (2004). Problem-based learning in management education: a framework for designing context. Journal of Management Education, 28(5), 536-557.
Silva, I. M., Araújo, M. L. F., Leão, M. B. C., & Lins, W. C. B. (2017). Percepções de Estudantes de um Programa de Pós-Graduação sobre a Aprendizagem Baseada em Problemas. Enseñanza de las ciencias, Number Extra, 743-748.
Souza, S. C., & Dourado, L. (2015). Aprendizagem baseada em problemas (ABP): um método de aprendizagem inovador para o ensino educativo. Holos, 31(5), 182-200.
Spronken-Smith, R., & Harland, T. (2009). Learning to teach with problem-based learning. Active Learning in Higher Education, 10(2), 138-153.
Wilkerson, L., & Gijselaers, W. H. (1996). Bringing Problem-based Learning to higher education. San Francisco: Jossey Bass.
Ylitalo, M., Jääskeläinen, M., Horelli, J., & Väänänen, M. (2012). R&D with PBL in engineering education at HAMK Valkeakoski Unit. International Journal Innovation and Learning, 12(1), 85-94.
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Castañeda-Ayarza, J. A., Carvalho De Benedicto, S. ., Helena Lombardo Ferreira, D., & Barbosa, M. (2019). PBL method in the formative process in postgraduate courses: An evaluation from students’ perception. International Journal for Innovation Education and Research, 7(12), 333-347. https://doi.org/10.31686/ijier.vol7.iss12.2069
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