Objective : The purpose of this study is to introduce Problem-Based Learning (PBL) to practicing occupational therapists and educators of occupational therapy. PBL is the educational method that has been applied to not only a number of universities abroad but also many domestic universities, especially medical colleges.
Method : This study presents the definition and features of PBL, explores the current trends of its application and research, and investigate the example of PBL application to one of the programs in domestic universities.
Result : PBL has been applied to the 2002 class of the program of occupational therapy for one year. Then the students of the program were asked to answer a questionnaire that surveyed the improvement of presentation, debate, and problem solving skills. Approximately 70% of the students responded affirmatively.
Conclusion : In conclusion, the implication of this study is that when it is necessary to enhance the quality of educational service in the occupational therapy field, this study shows that the possible alternatives include PBL.

Ⅰ. 서 론
 Ⅱ. 본 론
  1. PBL의 정의와 특징
  2. PBL의 적용 및 연구의 동향
  3. 일 개 대학 작업치료학과에서의 PBL 적용 사례
 Ⅲ. 결 론

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