The Case for Problem-Based Learning in the Behavioural and Social Sciences 

Lecturer in Psychology;Course Director, BSc PsychologyDepartment of Psychology, University of Limerick, Ireland

Dr. Elaine Kinsella

The aim of this inter-institutional and international seminar is to share personal experiences and practical tools for using problem-based learning (PBL) in the behavioural and social sciences. Importantly, the speakers will review empirical evidence and best-practice guidelines relevant to the behavioural and social sciences.
This seminar will build on an existing knowledge exchange network between academics based at the University of Limerick, Aarhus University, and Aalborg University (funded by Erasmus+ staff mobility, 2018) on teaching innovations and problem-based learning. Both Danish universities are world-leaders in active learning and problem-based learning methods.
The proposed speakers differ in terms of their career stage and experience with PBL – however, each speaker will reflect on their own PBL journey, and the unique challenges experienced along the way. The seminar will be of interest to individuals who wish to engage in the use of PBL for the first time and to individuals who wish to advance their own PBL knowledge and skills. This event will provide an opportunity for participants to exchange ideas and network, as well as to plan the next stage of development in their own teaching and learning practice. 
Confirmed speakers: Dr. Casper Feilberg (Aalborg University, Denmark), Ms Yvonne Delaney (Director, Management Development Unit, Kemmy Business School, University of Limerick) and Dr. Emma O'Brien (Academic Developer, Learning Enhancement and Academic Development (LEAD) Centre, Mary Immaculate College, Limerick). 
A light lunch will be served at 1pm. All are welcome but reserving a ticket in advance would be greatly appreciated.
Link to room location: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QA7E8zRvjhE 
                                                                        Overview of Sessions
1.30pm . Dr. Elaine Kinsella (5 minutes) – Introduce seminar & present short video from National Forum for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning in Higher Education. 
 
1.35pm. Dr. Casper Feilberg (Aalborg University, Denmark) 
 o   Introduction to PBL in light of its historical roots, international reception as well as the original Aalborg model of PBL
o   The potential of PBL and project work with respect to psychology in particular as well as its wider potential for the behavioural and social sciences in general
o   Suggestions for how to ‘start’ using PBL or developing PBL practices
 
2.15pm. Ms. Yvonne Delaney (Director, Management Development Unit, Kemmy Business School, University of Limerick) 
 o   Experience of using PBL in business school over the past 10 years
o   The challenges of using traditional medical interpretations of PBL in business settings
o   The challenges of using PBL in university settings
o  Tips for tweaking PBL for behavioural and social sciences
 
2.55pm. Dr. Emma O’Brien (Academic Developer, Learning Enhancement and Academic Development (LEAD) Centre, Mary Immaculate College, Limerick) 
o   Overview of one PBL project
o   Benefits of PBL – skills developed, learning experiences, alternative pedagogies
o   Problematic areas in PBL
o   Demo PBL tool
o   Outline ICT tools to aid each stage of the PBL practices
o   Identify a PBL problem and an action plan for how to integrate into your teaching
 
-          3.35pm Closing comments / End of Seminar

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