title: Problem-based learning.
abstract: Problem-based learning is now a well-established approach to the design and implementation of undergraduate, postgraduate and continuing medical education. This article describes how it functions and examines how it contributes to more enjoyable and effective professional development.
authors.affiliation: Centre for Higher Education Studies, Institute of Education of the University of London.
authors.forename: C E
authors.initials: CE
authors.lastname: Engel
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D004501:Education, Medical / Q000266:history / Q000379:methods; D049673:History, 20th Century; D006801:Humans; D007858:Learning; D011340:Problem Solving