Evaluating Experiential Learning versus Traditional Instruction for Snakebite Treatment Protocols in Toxicology Training.

IF 0.6 Q3 MEDICINE, GENERAL & INTERNAL

Annals of African Medicine Pub Date : 2025-07-23 DOI:10.4103/aam.aam_117_25

Harshal R Thube, Manish Shrigiriwar, Mandar Sane, Shailesh Raut, Devendra Jadav

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Abstract

Background: In contemporary medical education, students must possess multifaceted skills including critical thinking, practical applications, and effective communication. This study explored the integration of role play, an innovative teaching method, in teaching snakebite treatment protocols in the toxicology curriculum for medical students.

Materials and methods: Using a case-control study design, 122 2nd-year Batchelor in Medicine and Batchelor in Surgery students were divided into two groups: A control group receiving conventional interactive lectures and a case group exposed to role-play activities following lectures. This study assessed cognitive and psychomotor domains through written exams and objective structured practical examinations, respectively. Feedback questionnaires gauged students' perceptions of role-play effectiveness.

Results: The results indicated a significant improvement in academic performance and skill demonstration among students exposed to role-play. Feedback from participants overwhelmingly supported the utility of role-play in enhancing the understanding, participation, and practical application of toxicology concepts.

Conclusion: This study underscores the efficacy of role-play as a pedagogical tool in toxicology education, offering valuable insights for curriculum enhancement.

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评估毒理学培训中蛇咬伤治疗方案的体验式学习与传统教学。

背景：在当代医学教育中，学生必须具备多方面的技能，包括批判性思维、实际应用和有效的沟通。本研究探索将角色扮演教学法融入医学生毒理学课程毒蛇咬伤治疗方案教学中。材料与方法：采用病例对照研究设计，将122名医学学士和外科学士二年级学生分为两组：对照组接受传统的互动讲座，病例组在讲座后进行角色扮演活动。本研究分别通过笔试和客观结构化的实践考试来评估认知和精神运动领域。反馈问卷衡量学生对角色扮演效果的看法。结果：参与角色扮演的学生在学习成绩和技能展示方面有显著提高。参与者的反馈压倒性地支持角色扮演在加强毒理学概念的理解、参与和实际应用方面的效用。结论：本研究强调了角色扮演作为毒理学教学工具的有效性，为毒理学课程的改进提供了有价值的见解。

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