The survival game

Area of Science:

• Medical Education
• Game-Based Learning

Background:

• Traditional medical education methods can be enhanced with innovative tools.
• Engaging learning experiences are crucial for effective knowledge acquisition in healthcare professionals.

Purpose of the Study:

• To describe a novel, flexible, and enjoyable learning game for medical students.
• To summarize the experiences and evaluations of using this game in a medical education context.

Main Methods:

• Development of a flexible and enjoyable learning game.
• Implementation and user evaluation with medical students.
• Detailed description to facilitate reproduction and adaptation.

Main Results:

• The learning game was found to be flexible and enjoyable by medical students.
• Student evaluations provided insights into the game's effectiveness and user experience.
• The game's design allows for adaptation to various educational requirements.

Conclusions:

• The described learning game offers a valuable and adaptable tool for medical education.
• The positive student reception suggests potential for wider adoption and integration into curricula.
• The detailed description supports the replication and customization of the game for different institutional needs.