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A mixed model pilot study on innovative 'Buddy System' peer-teaching methodology for post-graduate course programme
Anand Badavannavar1, Roopa Jatti1, Adithi Rao1
1Department of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopaedics, KLE VK Institute of Dental Sciences, KLE Academy of Higher Education and Research, India.
Przeglad Epidemiologiczny
|April 14, 2026
Summary
The innovative "Buddy System" enhances orthodontic education by fostering collaboration and peer teaching among postgraduate students. This method promotes active learning and interpersonal support, improving clinical competencies and graduate attributes.
Area of Science:
- Orthodontic Education
- Medical Pedagogy
Background:
- Traditional top-down teaching methods may not effectively develop critical thinking and clinical competencies in postgraduate orthodontic students.
- Innovative teaching strategies are needed to create a supportive and collaborative learning environment.
- The
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the feasibility and acceptance of the
Main Methods:
- A mixed-method pilot study involving 30 postgraduate orthodontic students.
- Phase I: Development and validation of a 29-item structured questionnaire assessing theoretical, practical, performance-based, and interpersonal skills.
- Phase II: Questionnaire completion and semi-structured interviews after a peer-teaching activity, with analysis using Likert scales and Kappa statistics.
Main Results:
- Good agreement (Kappa values 0.683–0.751) was observed in sharing study materials and research projects.
- Excellent cumulative agreement (Kappa value 0.996, p<0.001) between peer teachers and learners indicated high acceptance.
- The Buddy System demonstrated strong inter-rater reliability across all assessed categories.
Conclusions:
- The Buddy System facilitates active learning and a collaborative environment in postgraduate orthodontic education.
- It provides essential interpersonal support, aiding in the development of graduate attributes and competencies.
- This peer-teaching model is a desirable addition to the dental curriculum.
