Problem-based learning : a handbook for nurses / Kay Wilkie and Iain Burns.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

1. Introduction:- Introduction--Background--The value of PBL in nurse education--Considerations in implementing PBL--PBL terminology--PBL Glossary--Getting the most from this book--2. An Introduction to Problem-based Learning:- Introduction--Problem-based learning--The problem-based learning process--Preparing for problem-based learning--Learning styles--Facilitation--Conclusion--3. Creating the Problem:- Introduction--The nature of the scenario--Creating a PBL scenario--Providing the context--Creating the scenario--Triggers--Building of scenarios--Facilitator\'s guide--Evaluation of PBL packages--Conclusion--4. Introducing PBL into the Curriculum: Key issues to Consider:- Introduction--Selection of PBL team membership--Branch specific groups within the Common Foundation Programme (CFP)--Team size--Random allocation--An equal mix of ages and sexes and branches --Balanced team membership based on a survey of students\' current team skills--Self-selection--The process of team building--Student roles in PBL--PBL and programme objectives--Conclusion--5. Identifying the issues:- Introduction--Identifying the issues--Organising the workload--Finding the answers--Non-literacy sources--6. Encouraging Critical Thinking Through PBL:- Introduction--Facilitation--Questioning--Reflection--Integrating fixed resource sessions--Organising and presenting material--Conclusion--7. Managing Team Dysfunction and Disjunction:- Introduction--Disjunction--Frame factors--Institutional assessment strategies--Non-participation of team members/poor attendance at PBL team meetings--Conclusion--8. Evaluation of PBL:- Introduction--Evaluation of PBL performance--Considerations in evaluating performance in PBL seminars--Individual performance or team performance?--How often? Who should undertake the evaluation?--Will the evaluation cover facilitator performance as well as student performance?--Wider issues for evaluation--Format of the evaluation--The role of the facilitator in evaluation--Acting on findings--Conclusion.

This text provides information, tips and hints on managing the Problem Based Learning (PBL) process from both the lecturer's and the student's perspective.