Student Evaluation of a Learning Enhancement in Anatomy Program (LEAP) during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Retrospective Study.

Autor:	Tecson JV; Department of Anatomy, College of Medicine, University of the Philippines Manila.; Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, College of Medicine and Philippine General Hospital, University of the Philippines Manila., Bundoc RC; Department of Anatomy, College of Medicine, University of the Philippines Manila., Abdulla AJA; Department of Anatomy, College of Medicine, University of the Philippines Manila., Baticulon RE; Department of Anatomy, College of Medicine, University of the Philippines Manila., Carrillo RJD; Department of Anatomy, College of Medicine, University of the Philippines Manila., Constantino CS; Department of Anatomy, College of Medicine, University of the Philippines Manila., Dumlao KJP; Department of Anatomy, College of Medicine, University of the Philippines Manila., Genuino RF; Department of Anatomy, College of Medicine, University of the Philippines Manila., Mantaring BSS; Department of Anatomy, College of Medicine, University of the Philippines Manila., Pascual JLR; Department of Anatomy, College of Medicine, University of the Philippines Manila., Rubio DAT; Department of Anatomy, College of Medicine, University of the Philippines Manila., Seng KS; Department of Anatomy, College of Medicine, University of the Philippines Manila., Taladtad FF; Department of Anatomy, College of Medicine, University of the Philippines Manila., Alip SKL; Department of Anatomy, College of Medicine, University of the Philippines Manila., Asis JLB; College of Medicine, University of the Philippines Manila., Villacorta PRF; Department of Anatomy, College of Medicine, University of the Philippines Manila., Chiong CM; Department of Anatomy, College of Medicine, University of the Philippines Manila.
Jazyk:	angličtina
Zdroj:	Acta medica Philippina [Acta Med Philipp] 2023 Oct 26; Vol. 57 (10), pp. 79-88. Date of Electronic Publication: 2023 Oct 26 (Print Publication: 2023).
DOI:	10.47895/amp.v57i10.7300
Abstrakt:	Background and Objective: The pandemic acted as an accelerator for the development of online teaching formats in anatomy and histology worldwide. The authors introduce a bridging program that reinforces the knowledge and understanding of gross and correlative anatomy and histology acquired in a virtual environment in preparation for its future clinical application. The study aims to evaluate the Learning Enhancement in Anatomy Program (LEAP) conducted among first-year medical students at the College of Medicine, University of the Philippines Manila. Methods: This descriptive cross-sectional study aims to determine the initial experience of implementing a learning enhancement program and assess areas for its improvement. An internally validated questionnaire was given to students after the program to gauge students' reactions (Kirkpatrick Level 1 evaluation). Pre- and post-tests were administered to evaluate knowledge acquisition (Kirkpatrick Level 2 evaluation). Short-term behavioral peer evaluation (Kirkpatrick Level 3 evaluation) was also instituted. Results: One hundred fifty-two (152) students participated in the study. General reactions from students to the LEAP were consistently positive, with a steady majority of the students rating '5' or a 'Strongly Agree' to positive statements regarding the program. Higher ratings for more traditional teaching methods, such as cadavers, formalinized specimens, and bones, compared to virtual systems were apparent. However, inter-student variation in preference for teaching modalities was observed. All stations of the LEAP were evaluated satisfactorily, with most gross anatomy stations rated higher than histology stations. A significant increase was noted in the total post-test scores compared to pre-test scores. This improvement in test scores was observed in the anatomy and histology subcategories and in six of the seven organ system modules. Perceived behavioral outcomes were also generally positive. Conclusion: The LEAP is a worthwhile endeavor, garnering overwhelmingly positive reactions and a significant improvement in test scores. Future studies are necessary to fine-tune teaching and training in a blended learning environment. Competing Interests: All authors declared no conflicts of interest. (© 2023 Acta Medica Philippina.)
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