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Trial reportBMC medical education2026

Comparison of the BOPPPS model combined with rain classroom teaching and traditional method on nephrology education for fifth-year undergraduates.

Yujia Wang, Zhimin Chen, Kaiqi Huang, Xiaohong Zhang, Caiming Chen, Yanfang Xu

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

6 authors.

Yujia WangDepartment of Nephrology, Blood Purification Research Center, the First Affiliated Hospital, Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, China.
Zhimin ChenDepartment of Nephrology, Blood Purification Research Center, the First Affiliated Hospital, Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, China.
Kaiqi HuangDepartment of Nephrology, Blood Purification Research Center, the First Affiliated Hospital, Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, China.
Xiaohong ZhangDepartment of Nephrology, Blood Purification Research Center, the First Affiliated Hospital, Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, China.
Caiming ChenDepartment of Nephrology, Blood Purification Research Center, the First Affiliated Hospital, Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, China.
Yanfang XuDepartment of Nephrology, Blood Purification Research Center, the First Affiliated Hospital, Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, China. xuyanfang99@hotmail.com.

Funding

2023 Fujian Medical University Graduate Teaching and Education Research Project Y230052023 Fujian Medical University Undergraduate Teaching and Education Research Project J23050Fujian Province's 14th Five-Year Plan for Educational Science Research Projects in 2023 FJJKBK23-179
6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundMedical education is increasingly adopting student-centered learning approaches to foster critical thinking and self-directed learning, particularly in complex fields like nephrology. The BOPPPS (Bridge-in, Objective, Pre-assessment, Participatory Learning, Post-assessment, and Summary) model, with its focus on student participation and feedback, has emerged as an innovative educational framework. The integration of this model with educational technology platforms, such as Rain Classroom, presents an opportunity to enhance active learning in nephrology education for undergraduate medical students.

methodsThis study conducted a comparative analysis over an academic year, evaluating the BOPPPS model integrated with Rain Classroom against traditional lecture-based teaching in nephrology education. The study population consisted of fifth-year undergraduate medical students, randomly assigned to an experimental group (n = 36) or a control group (n = 36). The experimental group experienced the BOPPPS-Rain Classroom approach, while the control group received traditional lectures. Data collection included final examination scores, student satisfaction surveys, and classroom engagement.

resultsThe BOPPPS-Rain Classroom approach resulted in significantly higher final examination scores compared to traditional teaching, with more students in the experimental group scoring above 80. Class participation was notably higher in the experimental group, indicating a more interactive learning environment. Student evaluations revealed increased satisfaction, self-learning enthusiasm, comprehension, and interest in nephrology studies among the experimental group. Supplementary questionnaires confirmed the positive impact of the BOPPPS-Rain Classroom model on learning experience, problem-solving abilities, cooperation, communication skills, and commitment to learning.

conclusionThe BOPPPS model integrated with Rain Classroom was associated with improved examination performance, higher classroom engagement, and more positive student evaluations compared to traditional lecture-based nephrology teaching.

Indexed as

Education, Medical, UndergraduateModels, EducationalNephrologyProblem-Based LearningCurriculumEducational MeasurementFemaleHumansMaleStudents, MedicalTeachingBOPPPSNephrology educationRain classroomTeaching approach

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PMID41620728
PMCPMC12947492

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