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Problem-based Learning and Team-based Learning as a Novel Package Approach

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Shazia Nawabi Department of Prosthodontics and Chair Dental Education Unit, College of Dentistry, Qassim University, Saudi Arabia
Muhammad Qasim Javed Department of Conservative Dental Sciences and Endodontics, College of Dentistry Qassim University, Saudi Arabia.
Rabia Bilal Departments of Orthodontics, College of Dentistry, Qassim University, Saudi Arabia
Abstract
Objective: To identify the insights of dentistry students towards a new 3/1 problem-based learning (PBL) and team-based learning (TBL) blended package approach. Study Design: Mixed method triangulation design, using validating quantitative data model. Place and Duration of Study: College of Dentistry, Qassim University, KSA, from March to July 2020. Methodology: Modi ed TBL within an existing PBL hybrid curriculum, by strategically designing three modi ed PBL sessions followed by one modi ed TBL session was evaluated. There were 241 students enrolled over ve academic years of session 2019-2020, and all were included in the study. Feedback of the students regarding novel approach was collected at the culmination of the academic year through an e-questionnaire, utilising closed- and open-ended questions. Descriptive statistics and thematic analysis were used to analyse data. Results: In total, 124 (51.5%) students lled a questionnaire regarding use of PBL and TBL in the new blended approach. The median perception score of TBL was 3.9 (3.2-4.3) and PBL was 3.9 (3.3-4.3). Thematic analysis of the qualitative data supported the quantitative results. Students reported positive aspects of TBL experience as more engaging format, collaborative learning, teamwork, and group competition. They stated that PBL has improved their research, presentation, and clinical reasoning skills. Conclusion: Students valued the novel PBL-TBL package as an optimum learning approach. They predominantly voted in favour of TBL. Students further identi ed the sequence and format of the current approach conducive to learning, feedback and assessment.
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Page(s) 710-715
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Published Journal: Journal of College of Physicians and Surgeons--Pakistan : JCPSP, Volume: 31, Issue: 6, Year: 2021

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Keywords
Blended learning, Problem-Based Learning, Team-based learning, Innovative instructional strategy, Hybrid curriculum
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