Summary

Professor Larry Michaelsen, the inventor of team-based learning, discusses the origins and implementation of this teaching method. He explains that his goal was to teach students how to apply knowledge and work effectively in groups. The idea for team-based learning came to him when he needed a way to engage large classes without resorting to lectures. The readiness assurance process, where students work in teams to solve problems and make decisions, became a central component of team-based learning. The method gained popularity in medical schools and has since been adopted in various disciplines.

Keywords

team-based learning, teaching method, application, group work, readiness assurance process, large classes, engagement, medical schools, implementation

Takeaways

Team-based learning was developed to teach students how to apply knowledge and work effectively in groups.

The readiness assurance process, where students work in teams to solve problems and make decisions, is a key component of team-based learning.

The method gained popularity in medical schools and has been adopted in various disciplines.

Implementation fidelity is important for the success of team-based learning.

Quotes

"The most magic thing about team-based learning is that we're all working with the same knowledge."

"The learning process occurs when you encounter something that doesn't fit the structure in your head."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

09:16 The Readiness Assurance Process

28:24 Implementing Team-Based Learning Successfully

35:07 Final Thoughts and Future Research