Application of a flipped classroom incorporating modified team-based learning in molecular biology laboratory teaching: a mixed methods study

Abstract Background The Flipped Classroom with Team-Based Learning (FC-TBL) approach has gained traction in medical education in recent years, yet a comprehensive assessment of its instructional efficacy remains limited. This study sought to elucidate the effectiveness of FC-TBL in molecular biology...

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Main Authors: Meng Qu, Qinlong Hou, Xushen Li, Chunyan Yu, Jichen Xia, Zhiheng Dong
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Language:English
Published: BMC 2024-12-01
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12909-024-06450-7
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author Meng Qu
Qinlong Hou
Xushen Li
Chunyan Yu
Jichen Xia
Zhiheng Dong
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Xushen Li
Chunyan Yu
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Zhiheng Dong
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description Abstract Background The Flipped Classroom with Team-Based Learning (FC-TBL) approach has gained traction in medical education in recent years, yet a comprehensive assessment of its instructional efficacy remains limited. This study sought to elucidate the effectiveness of FC-TBL in molecular biology laboratory instruction and assess its influence on subsequent related courses’ learning outcomes. Methods A total of 109 students were randomly assigned to either the traditional Lecture-Based Learning (LBL) group or the FC-TBL group. Students’ academic performance and satisfaction were gauged through final examinations and surveys, while the enduring impact of FC-TBL was evaluated using online assessments and tracking students’ scores in follow-up courses. Results The findings indicate that FC-TBL significantly enhanced students’ academic achievements in molecular biology labs and garnered higher satisfaction rates among participants compared to traditional methods. Furthermore, in terms of sustained benefits, FC-TBL demonstrated a marked improvement in the learning outcomes of subsequent related courses. Conclusion In conclusion, this study underscores the efficacy of FC-TBL in fostering both immediate and lasting learning effects, positioning it as a promising pedagogical model for adoption in laboratory instruction across various medical education disciplines.
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spelling doaj-art-c214188fd22f483b8fa7a8a6e01918062024-12-22T12:32:39ZengBMCBMC Medical Education1472-69202024-12-0124111010.1186/s12909-024-06450-7Application of a flipped classroom incorporating modified team-based learning in molecular biology laboratory teaching: a mixed methods studyMeng Qu0Qinlong Hou1Xushen Li2Chunyan Yu3Jichen Xia4Zhiheng Dong5Department of Basic Medicine Experimental Teaching, College of Basic Medicine, Beihua UniversityDepartment of Basic Medicine Experimental Teaching, College of Basic Medicine, Beihua UniversityDepartment of Basic Medicine Experimental Teaching, College of Basic Medicine, Beihua UniversityDepartment of Basic Medicine Experimental Teaching, College of Basic Medicine, Beihua UniversityDepartment of Basic Medicine Experimental Teaching, College of Basic Medicine, Beihua UniversityDepartment of Basic Medicine Experimental Teaching, College of Basic Medicine, Beihua UniversityAbstract Background The Flipped Classroom with Team-Based Learning (FC-TBL) approach has gained traction in medical education in recent years, yet a comprehensive assessment of its instructional efficacy remains limited. This study sought to elucidate the effectiveness of FC-TBL in molecular biology laboratory instruction and assess its influence on subsequent related courses’ learning outcomes. Methods A total of 109 students were randomly assigned to either the traditional Lecture-Based Learning (LBL) group or the FC-TBL group. Students’ academic performance and satisfaction were gauged through final examinations and surveys, while the enduring impact of FC-TBL was evaluated using online assessments and tracking students’ scores in follow-up courses. Results The findings indicate that FC-TBL significantly enhanced students’ academic achievements in molecular biology labs and garnered higher satisfaction rates among participants compared to traditional methods. Furthermore, in terms of sustained benefits, FC-TBL demonstrated a marked improvement in the learning outcomes of subsequent related courses. Conclusion In conclusion, this study underscores the efficacy of FC-TBL in fostering both immediate and lasting learning effects, positioning it as a promising pedagogical model for adoption in laboratory instruction across various medical education disciplines.https://doi.org/10.1186/s12909-024-06450-7Flipped classroomTeam-based learningMolecular biology laboratory courseLearning effectivenessMedical education
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Application of a flipped classroom incorporating modified team-based learning in molecular biology laboratory teaching: a mixed methods study
BMC Medical Education
Flipped classroom
Team-based learning
Molecular biology laboratory course
Learning effectiveness
Medical education
title Application of a flipped classroom incorporating modified team-based learning in molecular biology laboratory teaching: a mixed methods study
title_full Application of a flipped classroom incorporating modified team-based learning in molecular biology laboratory teaching: a mixed methods study
title_fullStr Application of a flipped classroom incorporating modified team-based learning in molecular biology laboratory teaching: a mixed methods study
title_full_unstemmed Application of a flipped classroom incorporating modified team-based learning in molecular biology laboratory teaching: a mixed methods study
title_short Application of a flipped classroom incorporating modified team-based learning in molecular biology laboratory teaching: a mixed methods study
title_sort application of a flipped classroom incorporating modified team based learning in molecular biology laboratory teaching a mixed methods study
topic Flipped classroom
Team-based learning
Molecular biology laboratory course
Learning effectiveness
Medical education
url https://doi.org/10.1186/s12909-024-06450-7
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