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Teaching microbiology practical class in a problem-based learning curriculum at the University of Papua New Guinea; a tutor’s experience. May 7, 2007

Posted by rodney itaki in Life sciences.
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Itaki L. Rodney. 

Department of Pathology, School of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Papua New Guinea. 

Abstract

Problem based learning is now being implemented in many medical schools around the world. UPNG adopted the problem-based model of teaching medical students in 1999. This paper describes the authors experience in teaching microbiology practical classes at UPNG. 

Keywords: Problem based learning, microbiology, UPNG, practical class.  

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1. Maximus - December 20, 2007

I would like to see a continuation of the topic

2. Rekha - January 25, 2008

Is there any good future in Ms.c microbiology?
please tell me the course in which r in good future in life science.

3. rodney itaki - February 15, 2008

Yes there is. Acutally there is a wide spectrum of job opportunities if you do a MSc in medical microbiology.

regards

4. rodney itaki - February 15, 2008

Maximus, thanks for the encouragment. I have another article on PBL teaching in Papua New Guinea. It has been published by Divine Word Universit Research Journal. You can go to the DWU website to read the abstract. The abstract is also on my blog: http://www.pacificfamilyhealth.wordpress.com

regards