Abstract

Background: Teaching methodology is largely didactic lecture based. Active forms of learning such as Problem based learning (PBL) and Case based learning (CBL) have been gaining ground to facilitate self directed learning. Studies have shown that Active learning forms assist the students better to apply concepts of basic medical science such as Physiology & Biochemistry into clinical settings. Aims and Objectives: In this study we inclined to evaluate the impact of Novel method of teaching –Case based learning (CBL) on learning Physiology. Materials and Methods: Present study was carried out on 115 first year MBBS students who attended scheduled physiology theory classes, by traditional method (Pre-Test CBL) and then by novel method (Test CBL). It is Modified CBL since it was conducted in a large study group. Pre-Test CBL and Post-Test CBL evaluation was done at the end of both the methods. Likert scale was used to evaluate students’ perception about the teaching methods. Results: In our study CBL had a positive impact (p<0.05) on marks obtained in Post-Test CBL evaluation. Girls performed better than boys in Post-Test CBL evaluation.(p<0.5). 72% of the students agreed that overall, CBLwas a better method of learning for them. Conclusion: Our study concluded that students were receptive to the introduction of CBL and it had positive impact on the understanding of the topic.

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