Teaching methods for medical students' learning
Outcome of a Lecture Before vs After Simulation-based Education on Pediatric Status Epileptics: A Randomized Controlled Pilot Trial
NA · University of British Columbia · NCT06092320
This study tests whether teaching second-year medical students about Pediatric Status Epilepticus through simulation before or after lectures helps them learn and remember the information better.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 40 (estimated) |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of British Columbia (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Vancouver, British Columbia) |
| Trial ID | NCT06092320 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to determine whether teaching medical students through simulation before or after didactic lectures enhances their knowledge and retention of information regarding Pediatric Status Epilepticus. Participants, who are second-year medical students at the University of British Columbia, will be randomly assigned to two groups that experience the teaching methods in reverse order. The effectiveness of each approach will be compared to identify which method leads to better learning outcomes.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are second-year medical students enrolled at the University of British Columbia.
Not a fit: Patients who are not medical students or those from other years of study will not benefit from this educational intervention.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could improve educational strategies in medical training, leading to better preparedness among future healthcare providers.
How similar studies have performed: While educational interventions in medical training have been explored, this specific comparison of teaching order in simulation and didactic methods is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: \- Second year medical student at the University of British Columbia Exclusion Criteria: \- None
Where this trial is running
Vancouver, British Columbia
- BC Children's Hospital — Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Melissa Chan, MD — Provincial Health Services Authority British Columbia
- Study coordinator: John Ramsay, MD
- Email: john.ramsay1@phsa.ca
- Phone: (604) 875-2345
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions: Medical Education, Simulation, Pediatrics