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  • Teamwork and Collaboration

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  • Physicians require strong teamwork skills.
  • Group-based learning, like case-based collaborative learning (CBCL), is increasingly used in medical education.
  • Social dynamics can negatively impact student experiences in small groups.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the impact of a brief intervention on small group dynamics and psychological safety in medical trainees.
  • To identify strategies for improving peer learning and collaboration in medical education.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized mixed methods research.
  • Implemented a short intervention requiring students to discuss collaborative learning strategies.
  • Assessed changes in small group dynamics and psychological safety.

Main Results:

  • The intervention significantly improved small group dynamics.
  • Psychological safety among peers was promoted.
  • Students understood how to improve but lacked a starting point for discussion.

Conclusions:

  • A simple peer-discussion intervention can enhance teamwork and psychological safety in medical trainees.
  • Emphasizing peer accountability and dedicated reflection time can foster better team learning.
  • Findings are relevant for educators utilizing group work without formal feedback mechanisms.