Related Experiment Videos
Medical student's learning habits: A mixed method study during clinical rotation in general surgery
Hafiz Naweed Ahmad1, Mobeen Asif2
1Department of Surgery, Unit No. 04, Quaid-i-Azam Medical College, Bahawal Victoria Hospital, Bahawalpur.
Summary
Medical students primarily use books for learning during surgery rotations, with many finding peer discussions and visual aids like mind maps beneficial for deep learning. Test motivation also influences study habits.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Surgical Pedagogy
Background:
- Understanding student learning preferences is crucial for effective medical education.
- General surgery rotations present unique pedagogical challenges.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate medical students' study habits and learning preferences during general surgery rotation.
- To enhance the quality of teaching and learning in surgical education.
Main Methods:
- A mixed-method study involving third and final-year medical students.
- Data collected via a 13-item questionnaire during surgery rotation at Quaid-i-Azam Medical College, Pakistan.
Main Results:
- Books were the primary knowledge source for most students (81% and 89%).
- Peer discussion was highly valued for deep learning (81% and 89%).
- Test and exam motivation influenced study habits for 33% and 39% of students.
Conclusions:
- Medical students predominantly rely on textbooks.
- Algorithms, mind maps, and peer discussions are effective learning tools.
- Pedagogical strategies should incorporate these student-preferred methods.