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The impact of CBE projects at the University of the Basque Country (UPV/EHU)

Author : Olatz Zinkunegi-Goitia, Julieta Barrenechea, Pilar Gil-Molina, Frederik Verbeke

Abstract :Challenge-Based Education (CBE) has emerged as a vital approach in higher education, fostering practical, real-world problem-solving experiences for students. It promotes deep learning through collaboration, critical thinking, and innovation. This study aims to analyze the impact of CBE-based projects at the University of the Basque Country (UPV/EHU), focusing on the societal, academic, and teaching impact. Using a quantitative methodology, data were collected from 51 UPV/EHU lecturers involved in CBE projects through an online questionnaire. Results revealed a substantial societal impact, with over 80 stakeholders engaged across sectors like culture, health, and the environment. In academia, 40% of participants published their findings, predominantly through conferences. Additionally, CBE has been widely adopted within UPV/EHU, involving 17 faculties and more than 50 undergraduate and postgraduate programs across all academic levels. In conclusion, while CBE at UPV/EHU has significantly bridged the gap between academia and society, further efforts are necessary to increase the impact on academic outputs in peer-reviewed journals and to refine project implementation for greater long-term impact.

Keywords :Challenge Based Education (CBE), higher education, educational projects, innovation impact.

Conference Name :International Conference on Higher Education Teaching (ICHET-24)

Conference Place Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain

Conference Date 28th Nov 2024

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