It is important to identify the scope of work required from the students and provide parameters. Outline the resources required for staff input. In the BIA unit a weekly guide was produced detailing indicative content and hours of contact. This was an important issue as we had to manage the phase as a unit within other non-PBL units of teaching. Determine the teaching pattern.
Less contact is required as the students become familiar with the phase.
Identify the study coverage area. In the BIA unit the phases extended and integrate the students' knowledge base. They provided integration. Assign assessment criteria. In terms of assessment the BIA phases required multiple assessment including written reports and oral presentations to the phase coordinator.