Introduction of Problem Based Learning as a Teaching–learning Tool in Anatomy Teaching

Abstract

Problem Based Learning (PBL) is preached and practiced throughout the world in medical teaching. In India this method of teaching is gaining the ground. We tried to take the opinion of our students how they perceive the PBL as a teaching learning tool. Materials and Methods: A semi structured closed ended questionnaire was distributed in participants after the PBL session and their opinions were evaluated in the percentage scale. Results: more that 85 percent of our participants were of opinion that PBL increased their understanding of the subject, it helped in the understanding the clinical applications of the complex anatomical concepts. Time required conducting the PBL session remained the main obstacle in conduction of PBL. Conclusion: PBL is novel teaching-learning tool appreciated by our participants but less faculty strength and limited time in the first MBBS for First year students raises a question mark on implementing it on a larger scale. So, a mixed approach where traditional Teaching-Learning methods are mixed with PBL can benefit students and teachers both.