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Progress testing in resource-poor countries: a case from Mozambique.

Rembrant Aarts¹, Konrad Steidel, Beatriz A F Manuel

¹Universidade Católica de Moçambique, Mozambique.

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|June 3, 2010

Summary

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Progress testing in problem-based learning medical schools is effective, even in resource-poor settings. This assessment method proves feasible and impactful, demonstrating its value in diverse educational contexts.

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Area of Science:

Medical Education
Assessment in Medical Schools
Problem-Based Learning

Background:

Evidence supports progress testing in Western problem-based learning (PBL) curricula.
Effectiveness in resource-poor settings remains underexplored.

Purpose of the Study:

Evaluate progress testing in a Mozambican PBL medical school.
Assess test acceptability, formative impact, validity, and reliability.

Main Methods:

Longitudinal study of progress testing implementation since 2001.
Focus on key assessment metrics: acceptability, educational impact, validity, reliability.

Main Results:

Progress testing demonstrated feasibility and effectiveness over 7 years.
Positive findings regarding acceptability and formative impact were observed.

Conclusions:

Progress testing is a viable and effective assessment tool in resource-poor medical schools.
Institutional collaboration is crucial for maintaining test quality and sustainability.