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A model for peer-assisted learning in paediatrics.

Ajay Gandhi1, Nishal Primalani, Sadaf Raza

  • 1Imperial College School of Medicine, Imperial College London, UK.

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Peer-assisted learning (PAL) significantly improved medical students' confidence and exam preparation in pediatrics. This student-led revision course also enhanced tutors' teaching and clinical skills, demonstrating PAL's value.

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Area of Science:

  • Medical Education
  • Pediatric Training
  • Peer-Assisted Learning

Background:

  • Peer-assisted learning (PAL) is recognized for its educational benefits, yet its application in pediatrics remains underexplored.
  • This study addresses the gap by evaluating a student-led revision course designed for medical students preparing for pediatric specialty examinations.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the effectiveness of a student-led peer-assisted learning revision course in pediatrics.
  • To evaluate the impact of the course on students' exam preparedness and clinical confidence.
  • To determine the benefits of the course for peer tutors.

Main Methods:

  • A 1-day revision course was delivered to medical students, comprising lectures, small group teaching, and a revision booklet.
  • Final-year medical students served as tutors to facilitate the sessions.
  • Pre- and post-course questionnaires utilizing Likert scales measured student and tutor perceptions of effectiveness.

Main Results:

  • Students reported significantly higher preparedness for pediatric exams (mean 3.47 vs. 2.16) and clinical practice (mean 3.49 vs. 2.53) post-course.
  • The course received a high rating (4.35/5), with small group sessions identified as most beneficial.
  • Tutors experienced improvements in general teaching skills (4.0/5), confidence (4.1/5), clinical knowledge (3.6/5), and presentation skills (3.8/5).

Conclusions:

  • The student-led peer-assisted learning model effectively enhances pediatric skills and exam readiness for students.
  • The program positively impacts tutors' teaching abilities and confidence, highlighting the reciprocal benefits of PAL.
  • Integrating such peer-assisted learning schemes into undergraduate pediatric curricula is recommended to boost student confidence and potentially increase specialty recruitment.