Review Articles

Reflections: Evolution of PBL in the International Medical University

Author: Hla-Yee-Yee

ABSTRACT

This paper traces the evolution of PBL in the International Medical University over a period of twenty years; since its inception in 1992 till 2012. It is a record of the reasons for the evolution, the people involved and the strategies adopted. The PBL in IMU has metamorphosed over the years from a paper-based complete case history into its present form of staggered release of information, paper-based or otherwise (videos, web-based, newspaper cuttings, debates). Strategies to improve student and facilitator buy-in, strengthening of facilitator training, adoption of PBL templates, innovations to improve student participation are discussed.

Keywords: IMU, twenty-year history, PBL, innovations.

Citation: IeJSME 2012: 6 (Suppl 1): S38-S47

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56026/imu.6.Suppl1.S38