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Trends in research on the tutor in problem-based learning: conclusions and implications for educational practice and research

Diana H.J.M. Dolmans Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands
,
Wim H. Gijselaers Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands
,
Jos H.C. Moust Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands
,
Willem S. de Grave Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands
,
Ineke H.A.P. Wolfhagen Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands
&
Cees P.M. van der Vleuten Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands
Pages 173-180 | Published online: 03 Jul 2009

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