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Digital Problem-Based Learning: An Innovative and Efficient Method of Teaching Medicine
| Content Provider | SAGE Publishing |
|---|---|
| Author | Mistry, Khaylen Chetty, Natasha Casie Gurung, Puran Levell, Nick J. |
| Copyright Year | 2019 |
| Abstract | The breadth of knowledge assimilated by undergraduates is substantial. Time must be utilised to impart knowledge and skills to ensure optimal training. Dermatology comprises a large portion of work in primary care; yet UK undergraduate dermatology training is short. Digital problem-based learning (PBL) is an innovative teaching method incorporating clinical images into intense, interactive teaching sessions.Aim:To determine the efficacy of digital PBL sessions in teaching UK medical students during their dermatology module.Methods:In total, 59 second-year medical students at Norwich Medical School during their dermatology secondary care attachment completed two 2.5-h digital PBL sessions. One session was focused on lesions and the second on inflammatory diseases. During each session, students assessed 60 clinical cases each comprising an image with a brief history. In small groups, students discussed the cases, described the images, and agreed a diagnosis followed by a group discussion with the supervising clinician who provided feedback. Following each session, students completed a feedback questionnaire.Results:In total, 117 sets of feedback were received; 60% of students considered they learnt a great amount in a short time. The majority of students reported feeling more confident to make a dermatological diagnosis and more motivated in clinics as a result of the digital PBL; 64% of students found digital PBL more useful than real patient clinics. The most frequent negative comment was that 2.5 h was too long to concentrate.Conclusions:Digital PBL was a popular, effective, and efficient teaching method. Digital PBL sessions should be introduced alongside clinics and other teaching methods for undergraduates. |
| Related Links | https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/pdf/10.1177/2382120518825254?download=true |
| ISSN | 23821205 |
| Volume Number | 6 |
| Journal | Journal of Medical Education and Curricular Development (MDE) |
| e-ISSN | 23821205 |
| DOI | 10.1177/2382120518825254 |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | Sage Publications UK |
| Publisher Date | 2019-01-22 |
| Publisher Place | London |
| Access Restriction | Open |
| Rights Holder | © The Author(s) 2019 |
| Subject Keyword | teaching problem-based learning dermatology undergraduate |
| Content Type | Text |
| Resource Type | Article |
