Table 1
Results on the self-evaluation questionnaire (Likert scale scores 1–5) on constructivist aspects of learning and learning gain in scientific skills and mindset (mean (SD))
|
2008 n * = 240 |
2009 n * = 243 |
2010 n * = 277 |
2011 n * = 252 |
2012 n * = 254 |
Total n = 1,266 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
I had enough prior knowledge to do this course |
3.6 (0.8) |
3.5 (1) |
3.8 (0.8) |
3.7 (0.9) |
3.9 (0.9) |
3.7 (0.98) |
|
In the beginning of this course I knew what I had to know and do by the end of the course |
2.8 (0.9) |
2.7 (1) |
3.1 (0.9) |
3.0 (1) |
3.2 (1) |
2.7 (1.16) |
|
I could relate the assignments to (patient) problems in my future daily practice |
2.5 (1) |
2.5 (1) |
2.6 (1) |
2.6 (1) |
2.9 (1) |
2.6 (1.25) |
|
The assignments were challenging |
2.4 (0.9) |
2.4 (0.9) |
2.5 (0.9) |
2.7 (0.9) |
3.5 (0.9) |
2.7 (1.01) |
|
I learned a lot during this course |
3.1 (0.8) |
3.1 (0.9) |
3.1 (0.8) |
3.2 (0.7) |
3.1 (0.9) |
2.9 (0.85) |
|
I have improved my ability to read critically |
3.8 (0.8) |
3.8 (0.9) |
3.8 (0.8) |
No data |
No data |
3.8 (1.05) |
|
Examining RCTs using guidelines was very informative |
No data |
No data |
No data |
3.3 (1.1) |
3.4 (1) |
3.3 (2.21) |
|
I understand the importance of a scientific mind in medical education |
3.9 (0.8) |
3.6 (1.1) |
3.5 (0.9) |
No data |
No data |
3.7 (1.33) |
|
This course contributed to fostering a scientific mind |
3.7 (0.8) |
3.6 (1) |
3.5 (0.9) |
No data |
No data |
3.6 (1.23) |
* Number of respondents varied slightly per question