Peer teacher training (PTT) program for health professional students: interprofessional and flipped learning

Area of Science:

• Medical Education
• Health Professions Education
• Interprofessional Education

Background:

• Developing peer teaching skills is crucial for healthcare students.
• A consensus on effective interprofessional peer teaching programs is lacking.
• This study addresses the need for a structured interprofessional Peer Teacher Training (PTT) program.

Purpose of the Study:

• To design and implement an interprofessional Peer Teacher Training (PTT) program.
• To explore the outcomes and participant perceptions of the PTT program.
• To utilize Experience-Based Learning (ExBL) theory to inform the program's framework.

Main Methods:

• A six-module, flipped learning, interprofessional PTT program was developed and implemented.
• Data collected via pre- and post-course questionnaires (Likert scale and open-ended questions).
• Quantitative data analyzed using descriptive statistics; qualitative data using thematic analysis.

Main Results:

• Ninety senior students participated; 89% completed questionnaires.
• Students reported enhanced learning from pre-class preparation and in-class practice.
• Increased confidence in teaching, assessment, communication, and feedback was observed.

Conclusions:

• The PTT program successfully developed students' teaching skills and professional values.
• The flipped learning, interprofessional format proved effective for skill development.
• Participation enhanced students' understanding of diverse health professional roles and communication methods.