ArticleMedical science educator2025
Why the Delay? Factors Predicting Step 1 Delay.
Article in Medical science educator, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 1 paper.
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- Association between ScholarRx Qmax question bank engagement and NBME CBSE and USMLE Step 1 performance.BMC medical education · 2026Article
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Abstract
Few studies have examined Step 1 delay trends in active learning or identified other factors that could influence Step 1 delay, which could inform interventions for struggling students. Our study examines factors across an active learning curriculum that could potentially predict delaying Step 1. Using a multiple logistics regression model, we found that performance on NBME final exams in our major systems-based modules later in the curriculum correlated with the decision to delay, but that formative assessments were the earliest strong predictors. These findings indicate that successful participation in an active learning curriculum positions students for success in Step 1.
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