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- Title
Evaluation Of Outcomes of Iraqi Medical Students' Engagement in The Community Through Project-Based Learning Approach.
- Authors
AlAmeri, Ali Mansoor; Chhabra, Namrata; Mohsin, Mousa; Sahmi, Azdihar; Nasih, Manal; Adnan, Maysaloon; Sami, Mudhaffar; Kasim, Muna; Sabah, Nora; Al Jobori, Shahrazad S.; Gazi, Wasan
- Abstract
Background: The scientific engagement of medical students can be fostered by introducing the project-based learning (PtBL) strategy early in the curriculum. The PtBL approach in this study considers gestational diabetes and hypertension. However, the medical education literature does not show the short- and intermediateterm outcomes of PtBL. Objectives: To explore the short-term and intermediate outcomes of the PtBL approach in improving medical students' academic knowledge and skills at the College of Medicine, University of Kerbala. Methods: A mixed-method study was designed to assess the short and intermediateterm outcomes of PtBL in medical education. The project started after assessing stakeholders' needs. A four-month PtBL course was designed, which was endorsed by the curriculum committee. The study included twenty-four-4-year medical students and ten faculty members as course facilitators. Five research teams were developed. Participation was voluntary, and informed consent was obtained from each participant. The research projects were designed to engage students in screening gestational diabetes and hypertension. The project outcomes were assessed through post-tests, mini CEX, semi-structured feedback questionnaires, and focus group discussions. Quantitative data were analyzed using SPSS, while qualitative data were analyzed using thematic (content) analysis. Results: Most participants (98%) expressed satisfaction with the contents and delivery of the course. Ninety percent of the students reported significant improvement in their conceptual background and clinical and research-based skills. Students also reported improved teamwork, interpersonal, and communication skills. Faculty reported improvement in students' scientific engagement. All faculty recommended introducing PtBL in other areas of the curriculum. Conclusion: The PtBL approach is an effective method to improve scientific engagement and active learning. Carefully designed projects can economically and effectively address public health problems.
- Subjects
STUDENT engagement; MEDICAL students; PROJECT method in teaching; GESTATIONAL diabetes; MEDICAL education
- Publication
Kerbala Jorunal of Medicine, 2023, Vol 16, Issue 2, p2653
- ISSN
1990-5483
- Publication type
Article