1. PBL Background and philosophy
World view, perception of the human being, perception of knowledge

2. Philosophy
PBL is based on the participatory world view > the human being needs other people to develop
The individual is seen as autonomous, responsible and active
Knowledge is created together in interaction and each individual gives knowledge an own meaning.

3. UNCERTAINTY AND PROBLEM – important words in PBL
Coping with uncertainty – the most important skill in the future?
Presence is needed – how to make the right decisions? Fast decisions can be dangerous
Problems are avoided and outsourced today- we avoid seeing our own shares in the problems
You need to go through the problem – look for different perspectives, interests and motives affecting the problem
Love the word problem! – there is a possibility for development
In PBL a problem can also mean a problem area to be understood and analyzed

4. Individual and group- a fruitful growth together
The individual is learning with the body, mind and soul
Learning needs to take place on all levels
The energy level can be lifted with physical movements
The mental(spiritual) energy can also be improved by concentration and mindfulness exercises

5. The search for an authentic person
An internal motivation to develop is forcing mankind and individuals to increase awareness of oneself and others
The problems we are facing can’t be solved with existing knowledge and alone
Ethical and collective aspects are increasingly important
New mental/thinking models are needed
Authenticity is a growing trend – who am I, what is the meaning I want to create in my life, with what kind of people can I increase my knowledge and develop myself, is the organisation I’m working for authentic – do the actions correspond to the words used

6. PBL EMPOWERS THE INDIVIDUAL
Responsibility for own learning and own development increases
Critical thinking increases
Ability to accept unsecurity and chaos increase
Trust in own thoughts and ideas is increasing (this is the most valuable and difficult issue for individuals)
Deep, psychological processes and experiences affect this ability
Emotional processes start, when awareness increases and challenges are faced
However, the individual is being born in relation to others – only feedback enables personal growth

7. The roles in PBL
Discussion leader
Recorder
Observer
Member
Tutor

8. The PBL process
Opening: clarifying unfamiliar concepts, defining the problem, brainstorming, analysis/systematic classification, formulating learning objectives
Closing: Self-study, closing discussion, evaluation

9. Tools for feedback Memo Self assessment Peer assessment
Group assessment in projects
Individual feedback sessions

10. Finally: be inspired and happy!
Enjoy the collective study environment, benefit as much as you can from the fellow students and tutors
A diverse, challenging study environment inspires the most
It is up to you what you create from it!