The Outcomes of Team-based Learning on Test Performance, Cognitive Engagement and Motivation in Preclinical Anatomy Practical Classes
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Introduction: Designing an engaging teaching strategy that enhances the clinical application of anatomy knowledge is important for effective learning. Hence, this study was carried out to evaluate the outcomes of team-based learn- ing (TBL) approach on students’ learning during gross anatomy practical classes. Method: A randomised-controlled trial was conducted on 215 pre-clinical year medical students, who were divided into TBL and control groups. Both groups attended the same anatomy lecture before the practical session. The TBL group underwent three phases of activities, which were pre-practical assignment (Phase-1), individual and team readiness assurance tests followed by a debriefing session (Phase-2), and group application task (Phase-3). Concurrently, the control group received a reading material as their pre-practical assignment and attended a practical session in the form of an anatomy model demonstration. Pre- and post-practical assessments were measured 30 minutes before and after the practical ses- sions. The students’ cognitive engagement and motivation were also measured after the practical sessions. Results: The TBL group among the Year-1 students outperformed the control group in all the test performance measures. The TBL group of the Year-1 students was also found to have greater improvement of test scores compared to their control counterparts. The TBL group was found to have significantly higher cognitive engagement scores only among the Year-2 students. However, the internal motivation scores were not significant in both cohorts. Conclusion: These results indicate that the TBL session contributes positive outcomes to students’ learning in anatomy context.
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