The Application and Assessment of Problem-Based Learning Methods in Biochemistry Classes

Yin Zhou; Yi Li

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The Application and Assessment of Problem-Based Learning Methods in Biochemistry Classes

Yin Zhou, Yi Li

Published in Higher Education Research (Volume 2, Issue 2)

Received: 16 January 2017 Accepted: 25 January 2017 Published: 22 February 2017

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Abstract

Problem-based learning (PBL) approach which has been widely applied in pedagogy for decades to brings challenges, interest, motivation and enjoyment into the class environment. In this study, PBL was undertaken for the first time in Biochemistry classes in our institute. According to the teaching effectiveness of classes and the statistic results in questionnaire, it is showed that almost all of the PBL students could accept this teaching method and students in the advanced class felt easier to adjust to this method than those in common class. However, some minor problems should be solved in the further popularization.

Published in	Higher Education Research (Volume 2, Issue 2)
DOI	10.11648/j.her.20170202.13
Page(s)	44-49
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Problem-Based Learning (PBL), Biochemistry, Instructor and Trainees, Educational Reform, Pedagogy

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Yin Zhou

College of Life Science and Biotechnology, Wuhan Institute of Bioengineering, Wuhan, China
Yi Li

College of Life Science and Biotechnology, Wuhan Institute of Bioengineering, Wuhan, China

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  abstract = {Problem-based learning (PBL) approach which has been widely applied in pedagogy for decades to brings challenges, interest, motivation and enjoyment into the class environment. In this study, PBL was undertaken for the first time in Biochemistry classes in our institute. According to the teaching effectiveness of classes and the statistic results in questionnaire, it is showed that almost all of the PBL students could accept this teaching method and students in the advanced class felt easier to adjust to this method than those in common class. However, some minor problems should be solved in the further popularization.},
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