Immune-Mediated Renal Diseases: A Team-Based Learning Module for Preclinical Medical Students.
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ABSTRACT: Introduction
The underlying immune mechanisms of renal diseases are complex, and medical students benefit from learning these complexities in the setting of team-based learning (TBL), where they can apply foundational immunologic concepts to clinical problems.Methods
This immune-mediated renal disease TBL module focusing on glomerular disease was delivered over a period of 2 consecutive years in an integrated cardiovascular, pulmonary, and renal block within the second semester of the first year of medical school. Each class consisted of 53 students, for a total of 106 students. The TBL module consisted of a seven-question individual and team readiness assurance test (iRAT and tRAT) and two clinically relevant team application activities. Following the TBL module, students completed an 18-item survey that collected information on student perspectives of engagement.Results
For the 2-year period, the iRAT average scores were 73% and 74%, and the tRAT average scores were 100% and 99%, respectively. The survey assessing student perceptions of engagement yielded positive feedback.Discussion
In summary, this TBL module effectively integrates the foundational and clinical sciences to teach higher-order concepts in immunology and renal disease pathogenesis to medical students.
SUBMITTER: Beckler MD
PROVIDER: S-EPMC8674152 | biostudies-literature |
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