Approaches to learning in pre-medicine: a multi-university mixed-methods study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

In the approaches to learning model, it is proposed that learners' methodologies are acquired and adjusted according to the environment and context. Learners can be classified as adopting deep, surface or strategic approaches to learning. Understanding learners' preferences and the factors associated with these approaches can benefit their learning journey.

Methods

We conducted an exploratory multi-university mixed-methods cross-sectional study of pre-medicine foundation/pathway students at three medical schools (Europe/Middle East). Students completed the short-form ASSIST (Deep, Strategic, Surface); n = 159. We assessed internal consistency, compared ASSIST scale scores across groups using non-parametric tests, examined correlations between ASSIST scales and aca

SUBMITTER: Gaynor D 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12628898 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature