Learning effectiveness of simulation based teaching in Gynaecology and Obstetrics among medical students: a mixed-methods study
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: Introduction: Simulation-Based Teaching (SBT) has emerged as an educational strategy to enhance clinical competence among medical students, particularly in Gynaecology and Obstetrics. Objective: This study assessed the effectiveness of learning SBT and explored the enablers and challenges associated with implementing SBT in Gynaecology and Obstetrics. Methods: Using a sequential explanatory mixed methods approach a study was conducted in Skills Lab at Pakistan Emirates Military Hospital (PEMH), Rawalpindi during May-Sep 2024. A pre/post design study was conducted on final-year medical students using a validated questionnaire Simulation Learning Effectiveness Inventory (SLEI-SCM). The qualitative component explored students' and faculty perception of SBT through In-depth interviews. The quantitative data was analyzed using SPSS (V.25) while the qualitative data was conducted through Braun and Clarke Thematic framework. Results: < 0.001) in learning effectiveness such as workshop content and resource availability. The in-depth interviews conducted with 23 participants, students and facilitators, revealed several key themes. Conclusion: SBT significantly enhanced undergraduate learning outcomes in Gynecology and Obstetrics, in workshop content, resource availability, and clinical confidence.
Source: Frontiers in Medicine
Authors: Shamaila Mohsin, Brekhna Jamil, Kiran Imtiaz Khan, Safiullah Virk, Abdul Momin Rizwan Ahmad
Language: English
Subfield: Physiology
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: gold
Estimated APC paid: $3,801
OpenAlex ID: W4413544497