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Gulam Begum1, B K M Goud2, Vijaya Marakala1
1Department of Biochemistry, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, National University of Science and Technology, Sohar, Oman.
The Jigsaw method effectively improved medical students' understanding of nutrition, including vitamins. This collaborative learning strategy enhanced engagement and comprehension in complex biochemistry topics.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Biochemistry
- Nutritional Science
Background:
- The Jigsaw method is a collaborative learning strategy promoting active student involvement, problem-solving, and accountability.
- Medical education requires effective strategies to impart complex scientific knowledge, such as nutritional biochemistry.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the Jigsaw method's effectiveness in enhancing medical students' knowledge of nutrition.
- Specifically focused on fat-soluble vitamins and B complex vitamins.
Main Methods:
- A descriptive, cross-sectional, prospective study involving 176 medical Biochemistry students.
- The Jigsaw activity covered nutrition topics: Vitamin A, Vitamin K, B complex vitamins (B1, B2, B6), Biotin, and Niacin.
Main Results:
- ANOVA revealed significant differences in Expert Group (p < 0.001) and Assignment scores (p = 0.006).
- Presentation scores showed no significant differences (p = 0.358).
- Pearson correlation indicated strong positive associations between assignment, presentation, and total scores.
Conclusions:
- The Jigsaw method effectively enhanced student engagement, comprehension, and collaborative skills in Biochemistry.
- Active teaching methods like Jigsaw positively impact learning outcomes in medical education.
- Further multi-center, longitudinal, and controlled studies are recommended.
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