[Problem-based learning, a strategy to employ it]

(Aprendizaje basado en problemas: estrategia de implantación.)

Full Abstract

The Virgen de las Nieves University School of Nursing has adopted the methodology of Problem-Based Learning (ABP in Spanish acronym) as a supplementary method to gain specific transversal competencies. In so doing, all basic required/obligatory subjects necessary for a degree have been partially affected. With the objective of identifying and administering all the structural and cultural barriers which could impede the success or effectiveness of its adoption, a strategic analysis at the School was carried out. This technique was based on a) knowing the strong and weak points the School has for adopting the Problem-Based Learning methodology; b) describing the structural problems and necessities to carry out this teaching innovation; c) to discover the needs professors have regarding knowledge and skills related to Problem-Based Learning; d) to prepare students by informing them about the characteristics of Problem-Based Learning; e) to evaluate the results obtained by means of professor and student opinions, f) to adopt the improvements identified. The stages followed were: strategic analysis, preparation, pilot program, adoption and evaluation.

Author information

Author/s: Guillamet Lloveras, Ana (A); Celma Vicente, Matilde (M); González Carrión, Pilar (P); Cano-Caballero Gálvez, Ma Dolores (MD); Pérez Ramírez, Francisca (F);

Affiliation: Escuela Universitaria de Enfermería Virgen de las Nieves.

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Publication Type: Comparative Study; English Abstract; Evaluation Studies; Journal Article

Journal: Revista de enfermería (Barcelona, Spain) (Rev Enferm), published in Spain. (Language: spa)

Reference: 2009-Feb; vol 32 (issue 2) : pp 44-8

Dates: Created 2009/04/09; Completed 2009/05/15;

PMID: 19354152, status: MEDLINE (last retrieved date: 5/15/2009)

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