Evaluation of Team Based Learning as Teaching Methodology in UG Medical Teaching in Meghalaya
By: M. Agarwal, S. Agarwal, S. P. Sharma and S. Chakraborty
Abstract
Introduction: This study evaluates the effectiveness and student perception of Team Based Learning teaching format implemented for final year MBBS students in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at North Eastern Indira Gandhi Regional Institute of Health & Medical Sciences (NEIGRIHMS), Shillong (India).
Methodology: Theoretical and clinical case-based questions were provided to students a week prior to the lecture. Students worked in groups to prepare and present answers via PowerPoint presentation. Feedback was collected through a structured Google form questionnaire and analyzed statistically.
Results: The GAP class was positively rated by 53.6% of students, with 39.3% reporting significant enhancement in content understanding. However, 35.7% found GAP less effective than traditional lectures, citing challenges with comprehensive understanding, and unequal participation within groups.
Conclusion: Overall, the findings support the integration of teaching methods like GAP to complement traditional lecture-based approaches, fostering comprehensive understanding and preparation of medical students for clinical practice.
Methodology: Theoretical and clinical case-based questions were provided to students a week prior to the lecture. Students worked in groups to prepare and present answers via PowerPoint presentation. Feedback was collected through a structured Google form questionnaire and analyzed statistically.
Results: The GAP class was positively rated by 53.6% of students, with 39.3% reporting significant enhancement in content understanding. However, 35.7% found GAP less effective than traditional lectures, citing challenges with comprehensive understanding, and unequal participation within groups.
Conclusion: Overall, the findings support the integration of teaching methods like GAP to complement traditional lecture-based approaches, fostering comprehensive understanding and preparation of medical students for clinical practice.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.4038/seajme.v18i2.638 | Journal eISSN: 1906–0513
Language: English
Page range: 79 - 81
Published on: Jan 30, 2025
Published by: South East Asia Regional Association for Medical Education (SEARAME)
In partnership with: Paradigm Publishing Services
© 2025 M. Agarwal, S. Agarwal, S. P. Sharma, S. Chakraborty, published by South East Asia Regional Association for Medical Education (SEARAME)
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