PBL in Medical Education: Does It Work?

By Charlotte Potter

EMS300 Student Conference 2026

Slide 1: PBL IN MEDICAL EDUCATION. A full description follows.

Summary

The presentation evaluates the effectiveness of Problem-Based Learning (PBL) in undergraduate medical education through a systematic review. Key findings indicate a significant gap between perceived and actual learning outcomes, highlighting issues such as insufficient foundational knowledge and limited skill retention. Recommendations suggest that PBL should complement traditional teaching methods, incorporating clinically relevant cases and developing standardized assessments. The audience likely includes educators and stakeholders in medical education seeking insights into improving teaching methodologies.