Medical Students' Attitudes Towards Learning Communication Skills
Author Information
Author(s): Anvik Tor, Gude Tore, Grimstad Hilde, Baerheim Anders, Fasmer Ole B, Hjortdahl Per, Holen Are, Risberg Terje, Vaglum Per
Primary Institution: University of Tromsø, University of Oslo, Norwegian University of Science and Technology, University of Bergen
Hypothesis
What are the attitudes of Norwegian medical students towards learning communication skills?
Conclusion
The study found that the Communication Skills Attitudes Scale measures broader aspects of attitudes towards learning communication skills than previously thought.
Supporting Evidence
- The study involved a large sample of 1833 students from four medical schools.
- Principal component analysis revealed three factors influencing attitudes towards communication skills.
- Response rates varied by gender, with women responding more than men.
Takeaway
Medical students in Norway have more complex feelings about learning communication skills than just liking or disliking it.
Methodology
The study used a questionnaire sent to all medical students in Norway, with a response rate of 60%.
Potential Biases
Potential cultural differences in responses and the translation process may introduce bias.
Limitations
The response rate was lower than in previous studies, and the factors explaining variance were relatively small.
Participant Demographics
Participants were medical students from four medical schools in Norway.
Statistical Information
P-Value
<0.001
Statistical Significance
p<0.001
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