Problem-Based learning and Team-Based Learning for 3rd year Medical Students in Faculty of Medicine, Naresuan University

Abstract

This research aimed 1) to study the generality and requirement of active learning system for the 3^rd year medical students especially in Problem-based learning and Team-based learning at Faculty of Medicine Naresuan University and 2) to propose development plan and idea for Problem-based learning and Team-based learning improvement. This qualitative research was conducted with focus group discussion by selective sampling of 19 medical students in the 3^rd academic year. Then, the consistency of content was analyzed, and summary deductive reasoning were performed. The conceptual framework of active learning system was composed of 3 aspects of Input, Process and Output. Inputs were evaluated in learning objectives, learner’s character, instructor, and learning content. The process was measured in the instruction performing and skill development. The student’s satisfaction was the output measurement. The result of this research indicates that most of the students satisfied to the Problem-based learning and Team-based learning because of improvement in student’s learning potential and skill. To improve the Problem-based learning and Team-based learning classroom in preclinical years at Faculty of Medicine Naresuan University, the faculty should consider the student assertiveness, staff development, course syllabus, and curriculum.