The Evaluation of Project-Based Learning at the Mechanical Engineering Department, Polytechnic Malaysia: A Prosess Dimension Assessment
Abstract: The purpose of the
study was to evaluate the effectiveness of Project-Based Learning in the
Mechanical Engineering Department at the Polytechnic in Malaysia. This study
was designed with Context, Input, Process and Product (CIPP) model.
Project-Based Learning is a different approach than the traditional learning in
the sense that it is a student-centered learning approach based on the
principles of constructivism. This study involved a random sample of 118
students and 43 supervisors in the Mechanical Engineering Department in
Polytechnic Kota Bharu Malaysia. The instrument used in this study were a set
of questionnaire. In terms of finding ideas, both students and supervisors
agreed that students were encouraged to assess the real problem by their
supervisors. However, the supervisors were uncertain whether the students went
to the library to get the ideas for their project. In addition, the supervisors
were barely agreed about the creativity of the students in finding the project
ideas. However, students and their supervisors believed that critical thinking
and creativity were needed in the Project-Based Learning. The respondents also
believed that e-SOLMS helped the students to work in group to complete the
project.
Penulis: Sadrina, Ramlee
Mustapha
Kode Jurnal: jptlisetrodd170413
