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- Title
Revitalizing Journal Clubs: Millennial Perspectives for Enhancing Student Learning and Engagement.
- Authors
Rajhans, Vidyut; Mohammed, Ciraj Ali; Ve, Ramesh S.; Prabhu, Avinash
- Abstract
Background: Current trends in health professions education are aligned to meet the needs of the millennial learner. The aim of this study was to identify learners' perceptions of an ongoing journal club (JC) activity in the optometry curriculum and evaluate the utility and efficiency of this method in promoting student learning. Methods: A qualitative approach with a phenomenological research design was adopted. The perceptions of undergraduate and postgraduate optometry students about JCs were captured using focus group discussions. A narrative thematic analysis was done using the verbatim transcripts and moderator's notes. Results are reported using "consolidated criteria for reporting qualitative research" guidelines. Results: A total of 33 optometry students participated in the study. Data analysis revealed three major themes related to (i) The ongoing practice of JC, (ii) student perceptions of JC and its relevance in facilitating student learning, and (iii) suggestions for modification of JC for achieving optimal educational outcomes. Discussion: Student feedback indicates that an instructional redesigning of JC is necessary, considering the characteristics and expectations of the current generation of learners and the rapid strides made in the field of educational technology. The recommendations provided are likely to resurrect an age-old approach that still has educational relevance if blended with collaborative learning formats and appropriate technology.
- Subjects
MEDICAL education; SENSORY perception; OPTOMETRY education; EDUCATIONAL technology; COLLABORATIVE learning; MILLENNIALS; STUDENT engagement
- Publication
Education for Health: Change in Learning & Practice, 2021, Vol 34, Issue 1, p22
- ISSN
1357-6283
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.4103/efh.EfH_69_20