Study of the perceptions of the educational environment among undergraduate medical students of Taylor’s University

Abstract

A conducive educational environment is vital to successful learning. Perception of students about their particular educational environment may vary depending on their educational background, gender, level of study, and many other factors. Awareness and understanding of the students' perception of educational environment are a key to improve our teaching and learning environment. The aim of the study was to determine the perception of undergraduate medical students of Taylor's University, Malaysia on their educational environment. A cross sectional cohort study was conducted among preclinical and clinical students simultaneously at Taylor's University, School of Medicine in July 2019. Overall total scores of perceptions (136.55 ± 19.6) and those for the subscales were very satisfactory and similar to those of other local universities as well as international universities. There was a significant difference between preclinical and clinical students in two domains; Perception of Course Organizers and Academic Self-Perception, with higher scores among clinical students in all. There was a significant difference between students with Grade 'B' and those with Grade 'C' in the mean total score and Perceptions of Atmosphere. These results, in spite of being satisfactory, urge us to seek methods of and opportunities for further enhancement of the students' education environment.

Evaluating Patient and Otolaryngologist Dialogues Generated by ChatGPT, Are They Adequate?

“…These may include simulated patient encounters, clinical rotations, and the use of educational software [24]- [26]. Simulated patient encounters involve students practicing taking a patient history with actors who are trained to present with speci c conditions, while clinical rotations provide students with the opportunity to practice taking patient histories under the supervision of a physician or other healthcare professional [27]- [29]. Educational software may include online tutorials, interactive case simulations, and virtual patient encounters.…”