Student Perception of Using Project-Based Learning (PjBL): A Case Study in Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM)

Abstract

Active learning has attracted strong advocates among faculty looking for alternatives to traditional teaching methods. Project-based learning has been recently introduced as an add-on teaching method in some countries. In Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Project-Based learning has been introduced as part of the curriculum to inculcate entrepreneurial thinking skills. This paper discusses the feedback on students' perceptions regarding the implementation of project-based learning. The findings of the paper show that most students have positive perception of using Project-based learning as a teaching method and agree to learn using the same method in the future. Learners also highly appreciated that project-based learning promoted their soft-skills, includes of Teamwork; Project Management; Communication Skills, Interpersonal Skills. The results of the study did not show any significant differences in perceptions between male and female students in using Project-based learning in the training programs.