Virtual versus paper-based PBL in a pulmonology course for medical undergraduates.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Problem-based learning (PBL) remains a valid and effective tool for small-group medical education. Using Virtual patients (VP) case simulation in PBL is a recognizable educational method that has successfully prepared students to focus learning on core information that uses realistic patient-based cases relating to everyday clinical scenarios. Using other modalities as the virtual patient in PBL instead of the paper-based methods remains debatable. This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of using VP case simulation mannequin in PBL versus the PBL in paper-based cases in improving the cognitive skills by comparing the grades of a multiple-choice question test and assess its ability to reach students' satisfaction using questionnaire with Likert survey instrument.

SUBMITTER: Elnaga HHA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10262484 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature