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Self-regulated learning in the clinical context: a systematic review.
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108 citing papers in PubMed, 1 synthesis or guideline pooled it.
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- An educational psychology perspective on health sciences education research.GMS journal for medical education · 2026Article
- Conscientiousness and Academic Performance in Medical Students: A Systematic Review Across Training Stages and Assessment Types.Advances in medical education and practice · 2026Review
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- Impact of a structured remediation program on academic performance of family medicine residents in difficulty: A training centre experience.SAGE open medicine · 2026Article
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Abstract
objectivesResearch has suggested beneficial effects of self-regulated learning (SRL) for medical students' and residents' workplace-based learning. Ideally, learners go through a cyclic process of setting learning goals, choosing learning strategies and assessing progress towards goals. A clear overview of medical students' and residents' successful key strategies, influential factors and effective interventions to stimulate SRL in the workplace is missing. This systematic review aims to provide an overview of and a theoretical base for effective SRL strategies of medical students and residents for their learning in the clinical context.
methodsThis systematic review was conducted according to the guidelines of the Association for Medical Education in Europe. We systematically searched PubMed, EMBASE, Web of Science, PsycINFO, ERIC and the Cochrane Library from January 1992 to July 2016. Qualitative and quantitative studies were included. Two reviewers independently performed the review process and assessed the methodological quality of included studies. A total of 3341 publications were initially identified and 18 were included in the review.
resultsWe found diversity in the use of SRL strategies by medical students and residents, which is linked to individual (goal setting), contextual (time pressure, patient care and supervision) and social (supervisors and peers) factors. Three types of intervention were identified (coaching, learning plans and supportive tools). However, all interventions focused on goal setting and monitoring and none on supporting self-evaluation.
conclusionsSelf-regulated learning in the clinical environment is a complex process that results from an interaction between person and context. Future research should focus on unravelling the process of SRL in the clinical context and specifically on how medical students and residents assess their progress towards goals.
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