title: Implementation of a problem-based learning program combined with team-based learning.
abstract: OBJECTIVE
  The purpose of this study was to evaluate the implementation of problem-based learning (PBL), in combination with team-based learning (TBL), in an integrated curriculum at Gachon University School of Medicine.
  
  
  METHODS
  The study methods included in-depth interviews and an open questionnaire. The subjects of the study comprised 5 faculty members and 38 second-year graduate students.
  
  
  RESULTS
  PBL, combined with TBL, was not helpful in enhancing student ability with regard to reasoning and self-directed learning. This program also had negative effects, increasing student tension and interfering with the dynamics of discussions due to frequent tutor intervention.
  
  
  CONCLUSIONS
  Overall, PBL that is combined with TBL was a less useful method than PBL only. We recommended understanding the characteristics of each program and attempting to develop better programs that mix the positive aspects of TBL and PBL.
authors: Department of Medical Education, Gachon University of Medicine & Science School of Medicine, Incheon, Korea.
authors: Kwi Hwa
authors: KH
authors: Park
authors: Department of Thoracic Surgery, Gachon University of Medicine & Science School of Medicine, Incheon, Korea.
authors: Chul-Hyun
authors: CH
authors: Park
authors: Department of Medical Education, Gachon University of Medicine & Science School of Medicine, Incheon, Korea.
authors: Wook-Jin
authors: WJ
authors: Chung
authors: Department of Neurosurgery, Gachon University of Medicine & Science School of Medicine, Incheon, Korea.
authors: Chan-Jong
authors: CJ
authors: Yoo
keywords: Problem-based learning; Team-based learning