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Trial reportBMC medical education2024

Application of a flipped classroom incorporating modified team-based learning in molecular biology laboratory teaching: a mixed methods study.

Meng Qu, Qinlong Hou, Xushen Li, Chunyan Yu, Jichen Xia, Zhiheng Dong

Abstract readRandomized Controlled Trial
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Trial report in BMC medical education, 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 3 papers, 1 of them a synthesis that pooled it.

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3 citing papers in PubMed, 1 synthesis or guideline pooled it.

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

6 authors.

Meng QuDepartment of Basic Medicine Experimental Teaching, College of Basic Medicine, Beihua University, Jilin, China.
Qinlong HouDepartment of Basic Medicine Experimental Teaching, College of Basic Medicine, Beihua University, Jilin, China.
Xushen LiDepartment of Basic Medicine Experimental Teaching, College of Basic Medicine, Beihua University, Jilin, China.
Chunyan YuDepartment of Basic Medicine Experimental Teaching, College of Basic Medicine, Beihua University, Jilin, China.
Jichen XiaDepartment of Basic Medicine Experimental Teaching, College of Basic Medicine, Beihua University, Jilin, China.
Zhiheng DongDepartment of Basic Medicine Experimental Teaching, College of Basic Medicine, Beihua University, Jilin, China. 2754855687@qq.com.

Funding

Meng Qu No.XJZD2020039
6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundThe Flipped Classroom with Team-Based Learning (FC-TBL) approach has gained traction in medical education in recent years, yet a comprehensive assessment of its instructional efficacy remains limited. This study sought to elucidate the effectiveness of FC-TBL in molecular biology laboratory instruction and assess its influence on subsequent related courses' learning outcomes.

methodsA total of 109 students were randomly assigned to either the traditional Lecture-Based Learning (LBL) group or the FC-TBL group. Students' academic performance and satisfaction were gauged through final examinations and surveys, while the enduring impact of FC-TBL was evaluated using online assessments and tracking students' scores in follow-up courses.

resultsThe findings indicate that FC-TBL significantly enhanced students' academic achievements in molecular biology labs and garnered higher satisfaction rates among participants compared to traditional methods. Furthermore, in terms of sustained benefits, FC-TBL demonstrated a marked improvement in the learning outcomes of subsequent related courses.

conclusionIn conclusion, this study underscores the efficacy of FC-TBL in fostering both immediate and lasting learning effects, positioning it as a promising pedagogical model for adoption in laboratory instruction across various medical education disciplines.

Indexed as

Educational MeasurementMolecular BiologyProblem-Based LearningStudents, MedicalCurriculumEducation, Medical, UndergraduateFemaleGroup ProcessesHumansLaboratoriesMaleTeachingYoung AdultFlipped classroomLearning effectivenessMedical educationMolecular biology laboratory courseTeam-based learning

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PMID39696301
PMCPMC11653837

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