Application of problem-based learning in pre-job training of postgraduate students in department of endodontics
Shao, L-na.; Wang, X-mei.; Qiu, L-hong.; Zhan, F-liang.; Xue, M.
Shanghai Kou Qiang Yi Xue 22(4): 462-465
2013
ISSN/ISBN: 1006-7248 PMID: 24100910 Document Number: 665837
To apply problem-based learning (PBL) in pre-job training of postgraduate students in department of endodontics. Thirty master degree postgraduate students of China Medical University were randomly divided into 2 groups, there were 15 students in each group. One group were taught with PBL method while the other group with lecture-based learning (LBL) method. The teaching effect was measured with examination and questionnaire survey. The data were analyzed by student's t-test using SPSS 11.5 software package. There was no significant difference in basic knowledge, medical records writing, oral examination between the two groups (P>0.05). There were significant differences in case analysis, dental operation, theory examination, practical examination and total scores between the two groups (P<0.05). The PBL method was welcomed by master degree postgraduate students. The abilities of postgraduate students can be developed by PBL method in different aspects. PBL achieves satisfactory teaching effect, and can be applied in pre-job training of postgraduate students.