The new Education Act stated that outcomes based education (OBE) have to be introduced,
not only in schools, but also on tertiary level. Technikon Northern Gauteng embarked on
Project Oriented Learning (POL) as a teaching methodology for OBE.
Project Oriented Learning is a teaching methodology where a group of learners,
independently, works on a real life problem or question. The problem is analyzed, and
according to the specifications given in the task or assignment, the group works to an
outcome.
POL simultaneously supports important objectives of higher education:
• Acquisition of knowledge, which is retained and usable
• Self-directed learning
• Learning to analyze and solve problems
Working in groups (tutorial groups) occupies a central role in POL. The difference between a
tutorial group and a class or lecture is that a tutorial also offers a platform for learners to
exchange knowledge and ideas. To be able to exchange knowledge, communication has to
take place within the group. Learners are expected to ask questions, give opinions or explain
Metodologia 2 Manual:
http://cid-e57ad46b7956f5a2.office.live.com/view.aspx/2011/POL%20Metodologia%202%202011.docx
Metodologia 1 Manual:
http://cid-e57ad46b7956f5a2.office.live.com/view.aspx/2011/POL%20Meto%201%202011.docx
