The challenge of improving the understanding of basic science subjects: A new methodology integrating basic subjects in clinical scenarios

Abstract

Understanding of the basic biochemical processes behind physiological events whilst relating them to the fundamentals of anatomy is paramount for Health Science students. We are developing an integrated cases module for pre-clinical years of all Health Sciences Degrees meeting the learning objectives established for each pre-clinical year. We have also implemented a new methodology approach based on the TBL methodology: workstation learning activity (WSLA), using clinical scenarios as a thread. In a pilot experience with first year students at the Medical Bachelor’s Degree, implementation of the module and the new design of integrated activities was evaluated through a survey. 78% percent of the participants state that the WSLA sessions are more useful than the tradiwww. fundacioneducacionmedica.org FEM 2017; 20 (Supl 2): S1-S75 S21 SESIÓN A tional master class, whilst 82% percent confirm that the WSLA methodology effectively integrates concepts covered by different subjects currently separated in the present curriculum. WSLA is feasible and admits being performed with large groups of students and minimum number of instructors.