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Developing a Feasible Arts and Humanities Course Using Visual Thinking Strategies and Haiku Writing: A Mixed-Methods
Hirohisa Fujikawa1,2,3, Takayuki Ando2, Junji Haruta2,4
1Department of General Medicine, Juntendo University Faculty of Medicine, 2-1-1 Hongo, Bunkyo-Ku, Tokyo, 113-8421 Japan.
Medical Science Educator
|March 9, 2026
Summary
This study shows that a short, culturally responsive arts and humanities course in Japan improved medical students' capacity for wonder. The program effectively supported professional development, offering valuable insights for medical educators globally.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Arts and Humanities in Medicine
- Professional Development
Background:
- Existing literature suggests arts and humanities activities can aid medical professional development.
- Previous initiatives, often Western-based, faced feasibility challenges.
- A need exists for culturally relevant, feasible approaches in medical education.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop and evaluate a culturally responsive, classroom-based course in Japan.
- To assess the educational effectiveness of Visual Thinking Strategies (VTS) and Haiku writing.
- To explore the impact on medical students' professional development.
Main Methods:
- A convergent mixed-methods study involving fourth-year medical students.
- A three-hour course featuring VTS and Haiku writing workshops.
- Pre- and post-tests using the Capacity for Wonder (CfW) and Tolerance for Ambiguity (TFA) scales; post-course questionnaires.
Main Results:
- Significant improvement in Capacity for Wonder (CfW) scores observed (paired t-test).
- A modest trend towards improvement in Tolerance for Ambiguity (TFA) scores noted.
- Participants found the course relevant, gaining insights into observation, attention to detail, and professional identity.
Conclusions:
- Short, culturally integrated arts and humanities activities (VTS, Haiku) can foster professional development in medical education.
- This model, rooted in Japanese culture, demonstrates potential for broad application.
- Findings offer valuable insights for medical educators worldwide seeking innovative professional development strategies.
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