Special-Study Modules in a Problem-Based Learning Medical Curriculum AN INNOVATIVE LABORATORY RESEARCH PRACTICE SUPPPORTING INTRODUCTION TO RESEARCH METHODOLOGY IN THE UNDERGRADUATE CURRICULUM

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Guner G. A., ÇAVDAR Z., YENER N., KÜME T., YÜKSEL EĞRİLMEZ M., Resmi H.

BIOCHEMISTRY AND MOLECULAR BIOLOGY EDUCATION, vol.39, no.1, pp.47-55, 2011 (SCI-Expanded) identifier identifier identifier

  • Publication Type: Article / Article
  • Volume: 39 Issue: 1
  • Publication Date: 2011
  • Doi Number: 10.1002/bmb.20477
  • Journal Name: BIOCHEMISTRY AND MOLECULAR BIOLOGY EDUCATION
  • Journal Indexes: Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED), Scopus
  • Page Numbers: pp.47-55
  • Keywords: Active learning, laboratory exercises, medical education, TOMORROWS DOCTORS
  • Dokuz Eylül University Affiliated: Yes

Abstract

We describe the organization of wet-lab special-study modules (SSMs) in the Central Research Laboratory of Dokuz Eylul Medical School, Izmir, Turkey with the aim of discussing the scientific, laboratory, and pedagogical aspects of this educational activity. A general introduction to the planning and functioning of these SSMs is given, along with specific examples. The wet-lab SSMs incorporate several innovative pedagogies: problem-based learning, research-based learning, practical laboratory education, team-based learning, and project-based learning. Oral and written evaluations show that the students find this activity rewarding. The wet-lab SSM model applied in the Research-Lab of Dokuz Eylul School of Medicine represents a format which is effective in training the students in research methodology, practical laboratory work, and independent learning.