PERCEPTION OF PEER LEARNING, AS AN INNOVATIVE LEARNING STRATEGY AMONG FIRST YEAR MEDICAL STUDENTS LACKING SENIOR GUIDANCE.

Autor: Khalid, Ahmed Murtaz, Sadiq, Noman, Anjum, Aiman Farogh, Hashmi, Iffat Naiyar, Aslam, Misbah, Hamid, Saadia, Hussain, Ghulam, Hashmi, Shoaib Naiyar, Safdar, Mahjabeen
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Zdroj: Professional Medical Journal; 2020, Vol. 27 Issue 9, p1895-1901, 6p
Abstrakt: Objectives: To know the perception of peer-learning among first batch of 1st year medical students in CMH Kharian Medical College. Study Design: Cross-Sectional study. Setting: CMH Kharian Medical College. Period: June 2018 and September 2018. Material & Methods: Questionnaire was distributed among hundred first year medical students on selfreflection and feedback after 15 min power point presentation given by their fellow students based on different pathophysiological scenarios. Results: Out of 100 students, 85 filled out questionnaire form completely. 60% of students were of the opinion that peer-learning facilitated them to perform better in the exam, and can be continued for future batches. 50% of students agreed that this innovative learning modality was conducted in a systematic manner, helped them to improve their understanding of the subject and learning was fostered based on the principles of self-reflection and feedback. Problem solving ability was improved by peer learning format according to 49% of students, while 47% of students reported that this innovative learning strategy provided them with a tool to improve their learning through interaction, while research capabilities of 37% students were improved. Conclusion: Majority of first year medical students lacking senior guidance learned better in a comfortable environment from their peers, and improved understanding of the core subject by realizing the implication of the concept of self-reflection and feedback. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Databáze: Complementary Index