Developing Critical Thinking through Problem Based Learning (PBL)
Veronica Yew
3D Design
Pedagogy
This research seeks to explore if there are other ideation methods that can be used to develop skills in team-working, and individual design outcomes.
While design thinking is commonly used in design education, this research seeks to explore if there are other ideation methods that can be used to develop skills in team-working, and individual design outcomes.
Problem-based learning (PBL) approach was implemented over one semester to 32 second-year students in Interior and Exhibition Design. The study used a mixed method approach, including a quantitative survey and qualitative reflections to evaluate critical thinking and problem solving.
Findings demonstrate that the test group where PBL was being applied achieved better grades in project work. Results of this study propose that maintaining uncertainty in non-routine problem-solving processes can help design students enhance critical thinking and encourage effective learning.
