Problem-based learning is one instructional approach that encourages students to become
active learners and to take responsibility for their learning. This paper describes a trial of
problem-based learning and its subsequent adoption in an introductory systems analysis
and design subject with first year undergraduate information systems students. The paper
raises a number of issues that arose for both staff and students. Some of the issues
discussed include: a new approach to learning, design of teaching space, group work�…