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Team-based learning in large enrollment classes.
Jonathan D Kibble1, Christine Bellew2, Abdo Asmar2
1College of Medicine, University of Central Florida, Orlando, Florida jonathan.kibble@ucf.edu.
Advances in Physiology Education
|October 5, 2016
Summary
This review details essential elements for implementing team-based learning (TBL) effectively, particularly in large classes. It offers practical insights from medical educators on TBL design, planning, and classroom management for successful adoption.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Physiology Education
Background:
- Team-based learning (TBL) is an instructional strategy increasingly adopted in higher education.
- Effective implementation, especially in large enrollment settings, requires careful planning and management.
- Existing literature provides evidence for TBL effectiveness but may lack practical deployment guidance.
Purpose of the Study:
- To outline critical components for successful team-based learning (TBL) deployment.
- To provide practical guidance for educators, particularly those new to TBL in large classes.
- To share case study experiences from medical education in physiology, pediatrics, nephrology, and family medicine.
Main Methods:
- Review of team-based learning (TBL) principles and supporting learning theory.
- Presentation of two case studies detailing TBL module design, planning, and classroom management.
- Expert insights from medical educators across various specialties.
Main Results:
- Key elements for successful TBL deployment identified, focusing on logistical and pedagogical aspects.
- Case studies illustrate practical application of TBL design and effective classroom strategies.
- Benefits and challenges associated with TBL implementation are highlighted from practitioner perspectives.
Conclusions:
- Successful team-based learning (TBL) deployment hinges on meticulous planning and effective classroom management.
- This review offers valuable insights for educators considering TBL, emphasizing practical strategies for large classes.
- TBL can be a beneficial instructional method when implemented thoughtfully by subject matter experts.
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