Effectiveness of a report writing training program using peer review: evidence from first- year medical students.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Report writing in class provides basic training for academic writing. However, report writing education in medical schools in Japan has rarely been reported and no teaching strategy has been established for it.

Methods

This study developed a report writing program using peer review for first-year medical students consisting of two 120-minute classes. The goal of being able to write reports appropriately was established and presented to students at the beginning of the program. In session 1, students decided on a topic, gathered information, and structured their report. In session 2, students' written reports were peer reviewed. The reports were improved based on the peer reviews. The responses of the pre- and post-program questionnaires were evaluated to determine

SUBMITTER: Kasai H 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11470550 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature