The application of web-based problem-based learning teaching in surgery theory

Abstract

Objective To investigate the feasibility and significance of web-based problem-based learning(PBL) teaching in surgery.Methods The web-based PBL teaching was applied in the bilingual class students majoring in clinical medicine at grade 2007 in some sections of surgery,and traditional teaching was applied in the bilingual class students in other sections of surgery.The effect of different methods was analyzed by questionnaire and examination marks.Results Web-based PBL was advantage in development of self-directed learning,clinical thought,team cooperation,application of knowledge,and problem-solving skills.There was no difference between two teaching methods in the degree of master of knowledge in bilingual class.Conclusions Web-based PBL is a feasible and efficient teaching method in surgery.It is not only beneficial to the students' ability to learn actively,to integrate theory with practice and to cultivate favorable clinical thinking and creative thinking,but also helpful to the cultivation of lifelong learning ability to improve the students' overall quality.It could solve the question that can not approach the traditional PBL because of inadequate for education source. Key words: Web-based PBL; Teaching method; Surgery; Application