In Practice 25: 101-106 (2003)
© 2003 British Veterinary Association

Problem-based learning: a new approach in medical education

¹ Society of practising Veterinary Surgeons; In Practice management editorial advisory group

TEACHING in universities has traditionally relied heavily upon lectures and tutorials, with the students' learning being directed by their teachers. Here, Nick Blayney describes the system of problem-based learning followed by medical students at Liverpool university. With veterinary education currently under review, he asks whether there may be a place for a similar approach in the veterinary curriculum.

Note:

I spent a most interesting day with senior staff at Liverpool medical school. wish to thank the following individuals for giving their time and knowledge so generously and imparting their enthusiasm for the work they do: the Reverend Dr David Taylor, Director of PBL; Dr Peter H. Dangerfield, Human Anatomy Resource Centre (HARC) Course Director; Dr Rhian Lynch, Academic Director of HARC; Dr Clive Richards, Administrative Director of HARC; Dr Trish Owens, Director, Clinical Skills Resource Centre; and the students, who kindly allowed me to be 'a fly on the wall'!