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Khadija Farrukh1, Ambreen Usmani2, Syed Bilal Yousuf2
1Department of Medical Education, Bahria University Medical and Dental College, Karachi, Pakista.
JPMA. the Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association
|November 28, 2023
Summary
Problem-based learning (PBL) in Pakistani dental education faces implementation barriers, primarily due to a lack of student motivation and faculty dedication. Addressing these issues is key to enhancing PBL effectiveness in dental schools.
Area of Science:
- Dental Education
- Medical Pedagogy
Background:
- Pakistan has 59 dental colleges; few utilize problem-based learning (PBL).
- PBL is a globally recognized strategy in dental education.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the problem-based learning model in dental education.
- To explore barriers to PBL implementation in a private Karachi dental college.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative case-study approach with a critical realism stance.
- Data collection via participant observation, video-recorded observation, and semi-structured interviews with 5 faculty and 15 students.
Main Results:
- Students preferred interactive sessions; faculty favored PBL sessions.
- Thematic analysis identified key themes related to PBL implementation.
- Lack of student motivation and faculty dedication emerged as primary barriers.
Conclusions:
- Student motivation and faculty dedication are critical causal mechanisms hindering PBL implementation.
- Strategies to enhance motivation and dedication are needed for successful PBL adoption in Pakistani dental colleges.
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