Training doctoral students in critical thinking and experimental design using problem-based learning.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Traditionally, doctoral student education in the biomedical sciences relies on didactic coursework to build a foundation of scientific knowledge and an apprenticeship model of training in the laboratory of an established investigator. Recent recommendations for revision of graduate training include the utilization of graduate student competencies to assess progress and the introduction of novel curricula focused on development of skills, rather than accumulation of facts. Evidence demonstrates that active learning approaches are effective. Several facets of active learning are components of problem-based learning (PBL), which is a teaching modality where student learning is self-directed toward solving problems in a relevant context. These concepts were combined and inco

SUBMITTER: Schaller MD 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10428545 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature