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Immune-Mediated Renal Diseases: A Team-Based Learning Module for Preclinical Medical Students.

Michelle Demory Beckler¹, Amanda J Chase²

¹Assistant Professor, Department of Medical Education, Nova Southeastern University Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Allopathic Medicine.

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Summary

Team-based learning (TBL) effectively teaches complex immune mechanisms in renal diseases to medical students. This approach integrates foundational and clinical sciences for higher-order learning in immunology and kidney disease pathogenesis.

Keywords:

Glomerular Disease Hypersensitivity Immunology Nephrology Pathology Renal Disease Team-Based Learning

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Nephrology

Background:

Renal diseases involve complex immune mechanisms.
Medical students require effective learning strategies for these complexities.
Team-based learning (TBL) offers a platform for applying immunologic concepts to clinical scenarios.

Purpose of the Study:

To evaluate the effectiveness of a TBL module in teaching immune-mediated renal diseases.
To assess student engagement and learning outcomes in a TBL setting.

Main Methods:

A TBL module on immune-mediated glomerular disease was implemented over two years for first-year medical students.
The module included readiness assurance tests (individual and team) and clinical application activities.
Student perceptions of engagement were gathered via an 18-item survey.

Main Results:

Average individual readiness assurance test (iRAT) scores were 73% and 74%.
Average team readiness assurance test (tRAT) scores were 100% and 99%.
Student surveys indicated positive feedback regarding engagement.

Conclusions:

The TBL module successfully integrated basic and clinical sciences.
This approach facilitated higher-order learning of immunology and renal disease pathogenesis.
TBL is an effective pedagogical strategy for complex medical topics.