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1Department of Physiology and Anatomy, Shifa College of Medicine, Shifa Tameer-e-Millat University, Islamabad, Pakistan.
The Clinical Teacher
|June 19, 2015
Summary
Role-play in medical education effectively enhances communication and teamwork skills. It also aids in integrating basic sciences with clinical practice for medical students.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Simulation-Based Learning
Background:
- Medical curricula increasingly incorporate innovative teaching methods.
- Role-play offers a practical approach to skill development in healthcare education.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the efficacy of role-play within an integrated modular curriculum.
- To assess its impact on student learning and skill acquisition at Shifa College of Medicine.
Main Methods:
- Medical students (MBBS) were divided into small groups for role-play sessions.
- Preparation time was allocated, followed by performance and faculty feedback.
- Student responses were collected via questionnaires and analyzed using descriptive statistics.
Main Results:
- 63% of students found role-play improved patient communication skills.
- 69% believed it fostered teamwork and interpersonal skills.
- 55% reported enhanced integration of basic sciences with clinical skills.
Conclusions:
- Role-play is a valuable tool for enhancing medical students' communication and teamwork.
- It creates a supportive environment for integrating learning processes.
- The method effectively bridges theoretical knowledge with practical application.
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