Self-Directed Learning And Approach To Seeking Medical Evidence: Perceptions Of Students From A Private Medical...

Area of Science:

• Medical Education
• Health Professions Education

Background:

• Self-directed learning (SDL) is crucial for lifelong learning in medicine.
• Evidence-based medicine (EBM) is fundamental to modern healthcare practices.

Purpose of the Study:

• To evaluate the level of self-directed learning among medical students.
• To assess medical students' approach to seeking and utilizing medical evidence.

Main Methods:

• A cross-sectional study was conducted with first to fifth-year medical students.
• Data was collected via a structured online questionnaire, including self-directed learning instruments.
• Statistical analysis was performed using SPSS 21.

Main Results:

• Out of 159 respondents, 64.2% were female, and 35.8% were male.
• A majority (79.9%) scored above average in self-directed learning.
• 84.2% demonstrated a satisfactory approach to evidence-based medicine.

Conclusions:

• Medical students show a keen interest in adopting self-directed learning.
• Students are inclined towards practicing evidence-based medicine, despite limited formal exposure.
• Findings suggest a readiness for integrating SDL and EBM into medical curricula.