ORIGINAL ARTICLE
Year : 2022 | Volume
: 71 | Issue : 3 | Page : 178--185
Problem-based learning using online platforms: An interactive alternative to mandatory e-learning during the COVID-19 pandemic
Mamata Chimmalgi, S Rajesh, KV Anil Kumar, UV Asha, Jesin Elsa Jose, Komalavallyamma Chandrakumari
Department of Anatomy, Sree Gokulam Medical College and Research Foundation, Trivandrum, Kerala, India
Correspondence Address:
Dr. Mamata Chimmalgi
Department of Anatomy, Sree Gokulam Medical College and Research Foundation, Venjaramoodu, Trivandrum – 695 607, Kerala
India
Introduction: Problem-based learning (PBL) helps in contextual and experiential learning. PBL using online platforms (PBL-op) was introduced to counter the declining interest in the mandatory e-learning during the COVID-19 pandemic. The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of PBL-op on learning outcome; student perception of PBL-op; effect of communication and motivation on learning outcome; and performance in PBL-op. Material and Methods: Study participants were introduced PBL-op and the control group to PBL in classroom setting. Five-way assessment was done: learning outcome by pre-and postintervention tests; performance by project reports and presentations; communication skills; motivation; and student satisfaction through an anonymous survey. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, paired or independent t-tests to compare paired variables, Spearman's correlation to establish association, and theme-based analysis for qualitative inputs. Results: Students showed better learning outcome with PBL op than with e learning (t = 11.199; P < 0.001*), traditional teaching (t = 12.193; P < 0.001*) and PBL in classroom setting (t = −15.493; P < 0.001*; d = 1.83). Women outperformed men with PBL-op (t = −2.74; P = 0.0034*; d = 0.48). Performance in PBL was better when conducted using online platforms than in classroom setting (t = 8.5471; P < 0.001*; d = 1.01). However, learning outcome and performance in PBL-op did not show a significant association with motivation or communication skills. Students favored PBL-op as it offered them an opportunity for active participation. Discussion and Conclusion: PBL-op offers all the advantages of PBL and allows productive teamwork using familiar online platforms and freedom from restrictive class timings. It is, therefore, suggested that PBL-op may be used as a feasible and effective alternative to PBL even after the pandemic.
How to cite this article:
Chimmalgi M, Rajesh S, Anil Kumar K V, Asha U V, Jose JE, Chandrakumari K. Problem-based learning using online platforms: An interactive alternative to mandatory e-learning during the COVID-19 pandemic.J Anat Soc India 2022;71:178-185
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Chimmalgi M, Rajesh S, Anil Kumar K V, Asha U V, Jose JE, Chandrakumari K. Problem-based learning using online platforms: An interactive alternative to mandatory e-learning during the COVID-19 pandemic. J Anat Soc India [serial online] 2022 [cited 2023 Mar 28 ];71:178-185
Available from: https://www.jasi.org.in/article.asp?issn=0003-2778;year=2022;volume=71;issue=3;spage=178;epage=185;aulast=Chimmalgi;type=0 |
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