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The jigsaw teaching method significantly improved medical students' knowledge and retention in biochemistry. This collaborative learning approach particularly benefited average and below-average students, enhancing biochemistry education quality.

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  • Biochemistry Education
  • Medical Pedagogy

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  • Biochemistry concepts are challenging for first-year medical students to grasp via traditional lectures.
  • Retention of complex biochemical information is a significant hurdle in medical education.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the efficacy of the jigsaw technique as a revision strategy for enhancing knowledge and retention in biochemistry.
  • To assess the impact of jigsaw learning on medical students' academic performance in biochemistry.

Main Methods:

  • Eighty medical students participated in the study.
  • A jigsaw learning module was implemented for biochemistry revision, involving self-directed learning and peer teaching.
  • Pre-tests, post-tests, and delayed post-tests were administered to measure knowledge and retention.

Main Results:

  • Post-test and delayed post-test scores were significantly higher than pre-test scores, indicating improved knowledge and retention.
  • The jigsaw method showed a greater benefit for average and below-average students compared to high achievers.
  • Significant correlations were observed between pre-test, post-test, and delayed post-test scores.

Conclusions:

  • The jigsaw method is an effective revision tool for biochemistry, enhancing the quality of medical education.
  • This collaborative learning strategy improves knowledge acquisition and long-term retention in medical students.
  • Jigsaw learning positively impacts diverse student learning levels, promoting inclusive education.