Problem Based Learning

2023/2024

Content, progress and pedagogy of the module

Learning objectives

Knowledge

  • central approaches, concepts and techniques in problem based learning

  • different problem types, project types and their mutual relations

  • theory of science in a problem based learning context

Skills

  • define problem based learning with theory as well as own experiences as starting point
     
  • plan and manage problem based project work taking into consideration the given problem type, team constellation and the duration of the project
     
  • identify, analyse and formulate an open and complex problem considering its human and societal context
     
  • point out relevant focus areas, concepts and methods to open and sustainable problem solving of complex problems
     
  • discuss methodological impacts of different theory of science positions when working problem based
     
  • analyse, compare and evaluate the processes of working with different problem types
     
  • analyse and evaluate the processes of working team based in a problem based project, including project planning, monitoring and team development

Competences

  • develop study practice aligned with a problem based, project organised and digitalised learning environment
     
  • point out, try out and evaluate relevant techniques and approaches to improve a problem based project work
     
  • transfer own experiences from a problem based project to guidelines for comparable projects
     
  • evaluate own progression in problem based learning, based on experience and learning theory

Type of instruction

See § 17: Structure and content of the programme

Exam

Exams

Name of examProblem Based Learning
Type of exam
Written exam
ECTS5
AssessmentPassed/Not Passed
Type of gradingInternal examination
Criteria of assessmentThe criteria of assessment are stated in the Examination Policies and Procedures
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