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Implementation of a "Flipped Classroom" for Neurosurgery Resident Education
Fady Girgis1, Jonathan P Miller1
1Department of Neurosurgery,University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center,Cleveland,Ohio,USA.
Summary
The flipped classroom model enhances resident education by increasing engagement and improving board examination performance. This innovative approach is a viable strategy for medical training programs.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Residency Training
Background:
- Engaging residents with diverse experience levels and limited time is a challenge in multiyear training.
- The flipped classroom model, where residents prepare for mentored discussions, offers potential advantages.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the effectiveness of a flipped classroom curriculum in resident education.
- To assess the impact on resident engagement and board examination performance.
Main Methods:
- Implemented a flipped classroom curriculum with weekly assigned research topics tailored to resident experience levels.
- Assessed resident engagement through anonymous surveys and board examination performance before and after implementation.
Main Results:
- 12 residents participated, dedicating approximately 1.75 hours weekly to preparation.
- All residents favored the flipped classroom over lectures, citing accumulated experience as a benefit.
- Board examination scores significantly increased post-implementation (316±36 to 468±45, p<0.05).
Conclusions:
- The flipped classroom is a viable and effective approach for resident education.
- This model is associated with increased resident engagement.
- The flipped classroom leads to improved performance on validated knowledge-assessment tools.