8.2 Preparation
However, as TBL may be a new format for students, a “Foundations for TBL Learning” module is provided to the students prior to arrival on campus and is reviewed during orientation. A portion of class-time for the first class of each course also acclimates students to the TBL format, expectations of students, and evidence of better student outcomes (instructors providing rationale to the learners as to why this learning technique is being utilized within their curriculum). TBL ensures that the best use of class time occurs for student learning, using active learning strategies. http://www.teambasedlearning.org/