Problem‐based learning approach in teaching lower level logistics and transportation

Abstract

This paper reports on how problem‐based learning (PBL) was introduced in a lower level logistics and transportation course, and gives some preliminary results. This paper is not based on scientific methods and solid evidence but is a narrative of some experiences. Hopefully it serves to guide and motivate educators interested in trying a different learning and teaching method. PBL proves to be a successful teaching and learning approach for a lower level course in logistics and transportation. The approach also brings the industry and real life into the study environment in an integrated way. The students find the teaching method interesting and claim that it contributes to a greater knowledge in the field of logistics and transportation. The findings in this paper are more indicators than solid evidence, but the paper however also supports results from earlier studies in PBL.