Team-Based Learning is an evidence based collaborative learning teaching strategy designed around units of instruction, that are taught in a three-step cycle. Some medical schools are reporting an ABIM pass rate of 85% before TBL implementation, and a95% pass rate after TBL implementation.
Some Benefits of TBL over Didactic teaching include:
- Improved learner engagement during class
- Better content retention through active learner engagement
- Development of problem-solving and critical thinking skills
- Team-building
This session will introduce you to Team-Based Learning and provide resources to get you started. Learning objectives include:
- Define Team-Based Learning
- Describe the four essential elements of TBL
- Identify the S’ of Application Development
- Explain the TBL Course Framework
Below are additional links if you’d like to learn more about TBL:
- Team-Based Learning Collaborative: http://www.teambasedlearning.org/
- Learn TBL: https://learntbl.ca/archive/
- CAPE Training, Team-Based Learning: https://cetlarchive.westernu.edu/lessons/team-based-learning/

