Team-based learning in Indonesian midwifery education: Implementation research

Area of Science:

• Medical Education
• Health Professions Education
• Pedagogy

Background:

• Team-Based Learning (TBL) is an active learning strategy.
• Its implementation in midwifery education, particularly in Indonesia, requires investigation.

Purpose of the Study:

• To implement Team-Based Learning (TBL) in Indonesian midwifery education.
• To assess the impact of TBL on faculty and students.

Main Methods:

• Utilized Proctor's Framework for Implementation Research.
• Employed the RE-AIM (Reach, Efficacy, Adoption, Implementation, Maintenance) framework for outcome assessment.

Main Results:

• TBL demonstrated significant reach and broad participation.
• Enhanced student knowledge, engagement, and active learning were observed.
• High implementation fidelity was maintained despite challenges; faculty intend to continue TBL use.

Conclusions:

• TBL implementation in Indonesian midwifery education achieved significant reach and efficacy.
• TBL is feasible and impactful, with high interest for future adoption.
• This research supports TBL's applicability in diverse, including low-resource, educational settings.