Enhancing Medical Students' Learning Experience
Author Information
Author(s): Chaipackdee Parama, Tanjararak Thanakrit, Prechachaisurat Parit, Sammatat Bhranai, Marknui Patomthan, Monsereenusorn Chalinee, Traivaree Chanchai, Chantkran Wittawat, Arnutti Pasra, Srisaarn Thammanoon, Rangsin Ram, Mungthin Mathirut, Staworn Dusit, Rujkijyanont Piya
Primary Institution: Phramongkutklao College of Medicine, Bangkok, Thailand
Hypothesis
Empowering medical students to co-create learning tools and classroom activities will enhance their learning experience.
Conclusion
Empowering medical students to co-create learning tools and class activities could positively enhance their learning experience.
Supporting Evidence
- Students reported a high level of satisfaction with a mean score of 87.5%.
- Self-confidence scores improved significantly from 46.4% before class to 82.7% after class.
- Year 2 students scored significantly higher on MCQs after the class compared to Year 3 students.
Takeaway
When medical students help create their own learning activities, they feel happier and learn better.
Methodology
A cross-sectional study with Year 2 medical students using paired and independent sample t-tests to analyze satisfaction and self-confidence scores.
Limitations
Small sample size and specific population may not represent all medical students in Thailand.
Participant Demographics
Ninety-six Year 2 preclinical medical students, predominantly male (1.5:1 ratio), aged 18-21.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.001
Statistical Significance
p<0.001
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