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Sarah Baillie1, Helen Shore, Deborah Gill

  • 1The Royal Veterinary College, Herts, UK. sbaillie@rvc.ac.uk

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Area of Science:

  • Veterinary Education
  • Simulation-Based Training
  • Peer-Assisted Learning

Background:

  • Increasing student access to specialized simulators like the Haptic Cow is crucial.
  • Exploring innovative pedagogical approaches such as Peer-Assisted Learning (PAL) can enhance curriculum delivery.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To implement and evaluate Peer-Assisted Learning (PAL) for training bovine rectal palpation using the Haptic Cow simulator.
  • To assess the feasibility of expanding PAL within the veterinary curriculum.

Main Methods:

  • Peer tutors received training in teaching skills and simulator operation.
  • Tutors then instructed their peers in basic bovine rectal palpation techniques using the Haptic Cow simulator.
  • Feedback was collected via questionnaires and a focus group from both tutors and learners.

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Main Results:

  • Sixteen peer tutors successfully trained 99 students.
  • Both tutors and learners perceived advantages in student-led training, citing reduced intimidation and increased relatability.
  • Tutors reported enhanced communication skills, subject knowledge, and confidence; learners benefited from relatable instruction.

Conclusions:

  • Peer-Assisted Learning (PAL) is a successful method for simulator-based training in veterinary education.
  • Student tutors offer unique benefits, though knowledge gaps require attention.
  • PAL is supported for continued use in the curriculum, both with simulators and in other areas.