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ArticleIndian pediatrics2026

Module-Based Teaching Versus Conventional Lectures in Undergraduate Teaching in Pediatrics: A Quasi-Experimental Study.

Susy Joseph, Veena Anand, G K Libu, A S Ajith Krishnan

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Susy JosephDepartment of Pediatrics, SAT Hospital, Government Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India. drsusy2772@gmail.com.ORCID 0000-0002-8576-7694
Veena AnandDepartment of Pediatrics, SAT Hospital, Government Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India.ORCID 0000-0001-8472-0483
G K LibuDepartment of Community Medicine, Government Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India.
A S Ajith KrishnanDepartment of Pediatrics, SAT Hospital, Government Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India.

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Abstract

objectiveTo compare module-based versus conventional lectures for undergraduate teaching in pediatrics.

methodsThis quasi-experimental study was conducted among phase III part II MBBS students during their pediatric posting at a tertiary care teaching center in Southern India. Fifty students each in the experimental and control group were taught using module-based and conventional lectures, respectively. The learning outcome was evaluated by pre-, and post-test scores and analyzed by 'paired t test', 'unpaired t test' and 'repeated measure ANOVA'. Perception was assessed using five-point Likert scale.

resultsThe gain of marks for module-based teaching was statistically significant compared to conventional lecture (P < 0.001). Regarding perception, 72% of students 'strongly agreed' (40%) and 'agreed' (32%) to the different characteristics of modular teaching whereas in conventional lecture, 34% were neutral, 32% disagreed, and 12% strongly disagreed.

conclusionThe knowledge outcome and perception level in module-based teaching are superior to that of conventional lectures.

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Education, Medical, UndergraduatePediatricsEducational MeasurementFemaleHumansIndiaMaleTeachingActive learningCBMECompetency-based medical educationNMC

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