Feasibility analysis of a personalized training plan for learning research methodology

Area of Science:

• Medical Education
• Clinical Research Methodology

Background:

• Traditional educational methods may not optimally enhance clinical research methodology (CRM) knowledge.
• Assessing the impact of innovative teaching strategies on residents' attitudes towards research is crucial.

Purpose of the Study:

• To evaluate the effectiveness of the Keller Plan (KP) for learning CRM.
• To determine the KP's influence on residents' attitudes towards research (AR).
• To assess the overall acceptability of the KP educational model.

Main Methods:

• An educational intervention trial with a control group (CG) and random assignment was conducted.
• Third-year family residents participated, with 22 in the KP group and 18 in the CG.
• Knowledge of CRM and attitudes towards research were measured using validated tests.

Main Results:

• The KP group demonstrated significantly higher knowledge of CRM compared to the CG (P < 0.05).
• Residents in the KP group spent significantly more time studying (median 53 h vs. 23.4 h).
• While attitudes towards research improved in both groups, the improvement was significant only in the KP group.

Conclusions:

• The Keller Plan (KP) effectively enhanced clinical research methodology (CRM) knowledge among residents.
• The KP approach motivated increased study time and was positively accepted by participants.
• The KP shows promise as an effective educational strategy in medical training.