Abstract:

In this study, we tried to discuss the problematic issues in the problem based learning (PBL) process as a frequently used method in medical faculties. The issues were based on experiences while applying PBL and their existence in the literature. After determining the issues, we have presented technology supported solution recommendations with the help of the literature. This is a qualitative study based on interview records with eight PBL facilitators and two planning staff. The problematic issues in present situation about PBL process are as follows; physical space and facilitator organization, printed scenarios, the problems while evaluating student performance, simultaneous and out-of-class workload of PBL facilitators, and Generation Z learners and their access to the sources and library. We tried to get solutions to these issues from the literature by using the support of e-learning technology. Presenting learning environments that will enable current medical students -who are the 21st century learners- to gain technical and life skills will enhance their clinical thinking/reasoning, problem solving and communication skills professionally and technically. 

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