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Case-based learning (CBL) significantly improved pharmacology knowledge and critical thinking skills compared to traditional lectures. Students reported enhanced understanding, self-learning, and interest in the subject through CBL.

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  • Medical Education
  • Pharmacology Education

Background:

  • Pharmacological knowledge is crucial for disease prevention and treatment.
  • Traditional didactic lectures are a common method for teaching pharmacology.
  • Evaluating alternative teaching methods is essential for improving medical education.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To compare the effectiveness of case-based learning (CBL) versus didactic lectures in pharmacology.
  • To assess student perceptions of case-based learning in pharmacology.

Main Methods:

  • 68 students were randomly assigned to either a CBL group or a lecture group.
  • Both groups covered identical pharmacology topics.
  • Knowledge-based and critical thinking tests, along with perception surveys, were administered.

Main Results:

  • The CBL group demonstrated significantly higher scores in knowledge-based and critical thinking assessments (P < 0.001).
  • A majority of students in the CBL group reported improved concept understanding (82.35%), self-learning (91.17%), and critical thinking integration (97.05%).
  • Students also noted increased active participation (76.47%) and interest (88.24%) with CBL.

Conclusions:

  • Case-based learning enhances pharmacology knowledge and critical thinking skills.
  • CBL promotes a self-learning approach, integrates clinical subjects, and increases student interest in pharmacology.
  • CBL is an effective pedagogical strategy for teaching pharmacology concepts.