Table 3 The PBL protocol
Week | Knowledge acquisition | The evolving phases | Stages of PBL | Outcome of the learning process for assessment of learning | Embedded PBL elements |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1, 5, 9 | Conceptual learning | Checkpoint 1/2/3 – Knowing the scenario | Knowing the problem |  | Seeing the problems in context |
2, 6, 10 | Active, practical and experiential learning | Checkpoint 1/2/3 – problem analysis and generate hypothesis | Identifying facts |  | Small group learning |
Tutoring | |||||
Identifying knowledge deficiencies | Problem-solving | ||||
Active learning | |||||
Seeing the problems in context | |||||
Using technology | |||||
3, 7, 11 | Active, practical and experiential learning | Checkpoint 1/2/3 – self-directed learning | Develop resources |  | Small group learning |
Gain insights | Tutoring | ||||
Apply new knowledge | Active learning | ||||
Seeing the problems in context | |||||
Problem-solving | |||||
Using technology | |||||
4, 8, 12 | Active, practical and experiential learning | Checkpoint 1/2/3 - reporting | Reflecting on knowledge gained | Presentation 1/2/3 | Small group learning |
Tutoring | |||||
Problem-solving | |||||
Reflection | |||||
Using technology | |||||
Active learning | |||||
13 | Active, practical and experiential learning | Conclusion and consolidation | Reflecting on knowledge gained | E-portfolio and debate | Problem-solving |
Reflection | |||||
Using technology |