The Case-Based Collaborative Learning Peer Observation Worksheet and Compendium: An Evaluation Tool for Flipped...

Area of Science:

• Medical Education
• Pedagogy

Background:

• Flipped classroom models, such as case-based collaborative learning (CBCL), are increasingly adopted in preclinical medical curricula.
• Harvard Medical School (HMS) implemented CBCL, necessitating resources for faculty development.
• A lack of published guides for observing and providing feedback on CBCL prompted the development of a new tool.

Purpose of the Study:

• To develop and evaluate a guide for peer observation and feedback for facilitators using case-based collaborative learning (CBCL) in medical education.
• To identify specific teaching behaviors that enhance student engagement and knowledge application in a CBCL setting.

Main Methods:

• Literature review, expert consultation, and observation of 14 CBCL facilitators.
• Development of a CBCL peer observation worksheet and compendium using the modified Delphi method.
• Testing the effectiveness of the developed materials in capturing teaching behaviors and providing faculty feedback.

Main Results:

• 73% of faculty found the worksheet and compendium helpful for identifying new teaching techniques.
• 90% of faculty rated the peer observation and debriefing process as extremely helpful or helpful.
• 90% of faculty were likely to incorporate peer suggestions into future teaching.

Conclusions:

• The developed tool effectively identifies in-classroom approaches for active learning in CBCL.
• The guide facilitates targeted feedback to faculty on their teaching strategies.
• This resource supports faculty development and training for CBCL implementation in medical schools.