Strengths and weaknesses of Problem Based Learning from the professional perspective of registered nurses

Authors

  • María Cónsul-Giribet Universidad Autónoma de Barcelona; Facultad de Medicina; Departamento de Enfermería
  • José Luis Medina-Moya Universidad de Barcelona; Facultad de Pedagogía; Departamento de Didáctica y Organización Educativa

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.1590/0104-1169.3236.2473

Abstract

OBJECTIVE: to identify competency strengths and weaknesses as perceived by nursing professionals who graduated with a integrated curriculum and competency-based through Problem Based Learning in small groups. METHOD: an intrinsic case study method was used, which analyzes this innovation through former students (from the first class) with three years of professional experience. The data were collected through a questionnaire and discussion groups. RESULTS: the results show that their competency level is valued in a very satisfactory manner. This level paradoxically contrasts with the lack of theoretical knowledge they perceived at the end of their education, when they started working in clinical practice. CONCLUSIONS: the teaching strategy was key to motivate an in-depth study and arouse the desire to know. In addition, Problem Based Learning favors and reinforces the decision to learn, which is that necessary in the course of professional life.

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Published

2014-10-01

Issue

Vol. 22 No. 5 (2014)

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Strengths and weaknesses of Problem Based Learning from the professional perspective of registered nurses . (2014). Revista Latino-Americana De Enfermagem, 22(5), 724-730. https://doi.org/10.1590/0104-1169.3236.2473