Problem-Based Learning in an Industrial Computers Course

作者：Ariel Romero Julio

来源：International Journal of Engineering Education, 2011, 27(1): 146-154.

• problem-based-learning
• industrial computer

In this paper we present the steps taken to introduce PBL into the Industrial Computers course in Computer Engineering education. Our goal was to supplement the methodology based on a combination of theoretical lessons and laboratory experiences by solving a specific technical problem. To achieve this, we applied a pedagogical model that incorporates theoretical lessons, laboratory experiences and Problem-Based Learning (PBL). The scheme presented in this paper is designed to minimize disturbances due to the introduction of PBL. The most important issues in the proposed pedagogical model are covered in this paper, such as: the features of the proposed problem that really drive student learning; the method used to supervise student learning and the scheduled evaluations made during the course. The proposed model has been applied since 2006. The results of a survey completed by the students in academic years 2006/07, 2007/08 and 2008/09 are presented. The objective of the survey was to verify the advantages of the proposed pedagogical model. The results of both the survey and the students' evaluations indicate that the objectives were met and, at the same time, students were highly satisfied with the knowledge they had acquired during the course.

• 出版日期2011