Abstract: PBL is problem-based learning mode which promotes active learning. To train the creative thinking of students, it is key point to foster their problem consciousness, and encourage them to query the known and explore the unknown. For the designing part of medical function experiment course, it is preferable to apply the PBL approach. PBL mode exerts significant effect on developing the capacity of the students’ innovation, logical thinking and science research.

Key words: problem-based learning, pedagogical reform, medical function experiment course, designing experiment, creativity