. Mohan B. Sannathimmappa; . Vinod Nambiar; . Rajeev Aravindakshan
Volume 12, Issue 11 , December 2022, , Pages 1-6
Abstract
BACKGROUND: Modern competency‑based medical education emphasizes student‑centeredteaching‑learning strategies where students take responsibility of their own learning. Student‑centeredapproaches ...
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BACKGROUND: Modern competency‑based medical education emphasizes student‑centeredteaching‑learning strategies where students take responsibility of their own learning. Student‑centeredapproaches facilitate multifaceted learning such as observation, critical evaluation, analysis, deeperunderstanding, and application of knowledge. The current study aims at assessing the students’perception on utilization of clinical case problem‑solving approach (CCPS) to promote their lifelonglearning.MATERIALS AND METHODS: The present cross‑sectional study was conducted at College ofMedicine and Health Sciences (CoMHS) during the year 2021‑2022. MD3 students of the academicyear 2021‑2022 were the study participants. The study was approved by institutional Ethic and ReviewCommittee. Students’ performances were assessed through pre‑test and post‑test performances.Students’ feedback was collected through a predesigned questionnaire on a 3‑point Likert scale.Cronbach’s alpha coefficient test was used to assess the reliability of the questionnaire. The data wasentered to Microsoft Excel and analyzed using SPSS software version 22. Paired t‑test was used tocompare pre‑test and post‑test scores and the data was expressed as numbers and percentages.RESULTS: In total, 103 participants were included in the study. Post‑test scores were significantlyhigher compared to pre‑test scores (p < 0.05). Questionnaire results showed that CCPS approachwas accepted as an effective learning strategy. Majority (>90%) of the students expressed CCPSapproach was interesting, motivated to learn, encouraged peer discussion, enhanced knowledge,and clarified their topic‑related doubts. More than 80% students opined that CCPS enhanced theircritical thinking, problem‑solving ability, deep learning, and lifelong learning skills. Nearly 90% ofthe students suggested for including such sessions for more topics in immunology course in future.CONCLUSION: From our study results, it can be concluded that CCPS is an effective learningstrategy to encourage students’ engagement and promote their deep learning skills.
