ACCP Teaching Resources
ACCP CME Research Highlights - June, 2005
Randomized Trial of Problem-Based Versus Didactic Seminars for Disseminating Evidence-Based Guidelines on Asthma Management to Primary Care Physicians
White M, Michaud G, Pachev G, et al. J Contin Educ Health Prof 2004; 24:237-243
Overview: This was an interesting study that investigated learning effectiveness of small-group problem-based learning (PBL) exercises as compared to traditional didactic lectures.
Methodology: Both educational models used an evidence-based guideline on asthma management as the content to determine differences in continuing medical education learning by physicians. PBL or didactic educational models were selected for sites by a randomized approach. Physician participants were exposed to the same learning materials, including videotape excerpts and handouts, and taught by the same physician.
Limitation(s): Should keep in mind that the results from this study were based upon a small sample size, reducing the generalizability of the findings.
Teaching/Learning Implication: The study found that there was no evidence that PBL is any better than more didactic learning sessions in facilitating knowledge gain, knowledge retention, or changes in attitude about asthma management. Occasionally, ACCP will use PBL in their curriculum, but this teaching modality has not been studied to determine its effectiveness on participant's learning and change in behavior.
For more information on this study, go to http://www.jcehp.com/vol24/2404.asp |
