Moodle Mobile Plugin for Problem-Based Learning (PBL) in Engineering Education

Modular Object-Oriented Dynamic Learning Environment (MOODLE) is the name of an application program that can transform any instructional media into a web form. Problem-based learning (PBL) is a process that uses identified issues within a scenario to increase knowledge and understanding. Moodle provides support for a number of group-based activities for collaborative learning. Unfortunately, there are presently no modules designed for PBL. Moodle has now introduced its mobile app that incorporates the majority of these activities, but as in the case of the web environment, it lacks support for PBL. The PBL plugin for Moodle's mobile App was designed to facilitate the uploading and delivery of PBL lesson plans in engineering education. An education design research methodology was used to explore PBL lesson plan for engineering students. Results show that students were happy to work with mobile PBL environment and engage in their learning activities to achieve the course objectives.