KEY FEATURES OF

PROBLEM-BASED
LEARNING
 Definition of PBL
Problem Based Learning (PBL)
is a student centred pedagogy in
which students learn about a
subject through the experience
of problem solving. They learn
both thinking strategies and
domain knowledge. It is a style
of active learning.
WHAT IS PROBLEM-BASED
LEARNING, AND HOW
DOES IT DIFFER FROM
PROBLEM SOLVING?
Problem-solving vs. problem-
based learning
Problem-solving: arriving at decisions
based on prior knowledge and
reasoning

Problem-based learning: the process

of acquiring new knowledge based
on recognition of a need to learn
STEPS IN PROBLEM-BASED
LEARNING
CHARACTERISTICS
KEY FEATURES OF PBL
CHARACTERISTICS OF PROBLEM
BASED LEARNING
• Learn by challenging, open ended
questions with no tough answers
• Problems are context based
• Students are active investigators
• A key problem is identified and a key
solution is found out and implemented
• Teachers promote an environment of
inquiry
 AS A STRATEGY, IT:

• Develops critical thinking and

creative skills
• Improves problem solving skills
• Increases motivation
• Promotes active learning
• Helps learners to transfer
knowledge to new situation
 CONCLUSION
Problem Based Learning (PBL)
follows a constructivist
perspective in learning.
Feedback, reflection and group
dynamics are its essential
components. PBL assists to
guide the student from theory to
practice during their journey
through solving the problem.