The Comparison of Problem-based Learning (PmBL) Model and Project-based Learning (PtBL) Model

Abstract

Along with the growth of ICT application, the roles of teachers and students are changing from knowledge provider and acceptors to knowledge sharing and problem-solving. In this sense, problem-based learning (PmBL) and Project-based learning (PtBL) are incorporated into educational settings gradually to enhance the opportunities and mechanism of knowledge sharing. Nevertheless, there is confusion existed i n operating PtBL as PmBL in engineering education. Therefore, this article is to extract the differenc es between PmBL and PtBL in their theory and practice to ensure the operation of the two learning approaches are at the right command. Then, the learning effectiven ess of students involved in the two approaches will be pro moted at the most.