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The problem-based learning tutorial laboratory - a method for training medical teachers.

Hannu Vanhanen1, Kaisu Pitkälä, Pauli Puolakkainen

  • 1Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Helsinki, Finland.

Medical Teacher
|March 22, 2001
PubMed
Summary

Medical teachers were trained in problem-based learning (PBL) using a tutorial laboratory method. This approach enhanced their understanding of facilitation, improved cooperation, and fostered new teaching ideas.

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Area of Science:

  • Medical Education
  • Pedagogy

Background:

  • A curriculum reform at the University of Helsinki's Faculty of Medicine introduced problem-based learning (PBL) in 1998.
  • A comprehensive staff development program was initiated to support this pedagogical shift.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe a 'Problem-based learning - tutorial laboratory' method for training medical teachers.
  • To enhance tutors' understanding of their roles as facilitators and small group dynamics.
  • To support the implementation of PBL within the medical curriculum.

Main Methods:

  • The training employed a 'Problem-based learning - tutorial laboratory' approach.
  • It incorporated learning cycles allowing teachers to practice tutoring.
  • Feedback was provided by an educational expert and peer teachers, followed by group reflection.

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Main Results:

  • Teachers reported satisfaction with the training program.
  • The sessions fostered improved inter-departmental cooperation among faculty.
  • New, shared teaching ideas emerged, and resistance to curriculum change was mitigated.

Conclusions:

  • The 'Problem-based learning - tutorial laboratory' method is effective for training medical tutors.
  • This training enhances facilitator skills and promotes collaborative teaching environments.
  • The program positively impacted the curriculum change process and faculty engagement.