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Efficacy of Flipped Classroom and Didactic Lecture Approaches in Undergraduate Respiratory Medicine Education
Ramesh Pandey1, Satyendra Mishra2, Manoj Sahu3
1Department of Medicine, Bundelkhand Medical College, Sagar, Madhya Pradesh, India.
Background:
This study used a mixed-methods design, analyzing quantitative pre- and post-assessment scores alongside qualitative student feedback. Undergraduate students in Respiratory Medicine were randomly assigned to either the Flipped Classroom or Didactic Lecture groups.
Method:
The study compares the effectiveness and perceived impact of the Flipped Classroom versus Didactic Lecture approaches in Undergraduate Respiratory Medicine Education.
Results:
The Flipped Classroom group showed significantly higher post-assessment scores and positive feedback, highlighting increased engagement, collaborative learning, and self-directed study.
Conclusion:
The study supports the effectiveness of the Flipped Classroom over traditional lectures, emphasizing active student involvement and personalized learning in Respiratory Medicine education.
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