Juxtaposing pedagogical paradigms: the efficacy of peer-assisted learning (PAL) versus faculty-assisted learning (FAL) in the refinement of surgical proficiency.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Skill training in medical education poses significant challenges. The traditional "see one, do one " approach is increasingly seen as outdated and inconsistent with modern adult learning principles. The 2019 Medical Council of India (MCI) skill training module recommends Peyton's four-step method for psychomotor skill training is designed for a 1:1 teacher-to-student ratio. However, this ratio is often impractical due to faculty shortages. Peer-assisted learning (PAL) has emerged as a potential solution, yet its effectiveness in teaching suturing skills using Peyton's method remains underexplored in our context.

Objectives

To compare the effectiveness of PAL using Peyton's method with faculty-assisted learning (FAL) for surgical skill training and to evaluate stud

SUBMITTER: Vijayan ST 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11846272 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature