Developing Critical Thinking through Problem-Based Learning Approach: An Empirical Study among Interdisciplinary Students

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Le Quang Dung

Key words: problem-based learning, facilitator guidance, collaborative learning, Problem complexity and relevance, Self-directed learning, Application of knowledge

This study investigates the perceptions of Problem-Based Learning (PrBL) components among university students across different majors and years of study. A sample of 218 students from diverse academic backgrounds participated in the study, providing insights into their perspectives on problem complexity, collaborative learning environment, facilitator guidance, self-directed learning, and application of knowledge within the PrBL framework. Findings reveal nuanced variations in perceptions across majors, with healthcare students prioritizing facilitator guidance, engineering students emphasizing collaborative learning, economic students valuing problem complexity and self-directed learning, and language students focusing on problem complexity and application of knowledge. Furthermore, significant differences emerge in perceptions across years of study, with first-year students relying heavily on facilitator guidance, while higher-year students prioritize collaborative learning and self-directed learning, particularly in later years of study and graduate levels. These findings underscore the importance of tailoring PBL experiences to meet the diverse needs and expectations of students across disciplines and academic progression. By understanding and responding to these evolving perspectives, educators and curriculum designers can enhance the effectiveness of PBL pedagogy in promoting student engagement, critical thinking, and learning outcomes in higher education.

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Le Quang Dung (June-2024). Developing Critical Thinking through Problem-Based Learning Approach: An Empirical Study among Interdisciplinary Students. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF NOVEL RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT, 9(6), a145-a152. https://ijnrd.org/papers/IJNRD2406014.pdf

Volume 9 Issue 6, June-2024

Pages : a145-a152

Paper Reg. ID: IJNRD_222964

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Research Area: Social Science and Humanities 

Author Type: Foreign Author

Country: Cau Giay District, Hanoi, Viet Nam

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