Effect of remedial teaching on academic performance of poorly performing students in Pharmacology

Author:

Modi Sophia BORCID,Bindulatha Nair R,Libu GK

Abstract

AbstractPurposeSignificant learning difficulties requiring remediation has been observed to be experienced by many medical trainees. Research with regard to individualized remedial teaching based on pedagogical diagnosis is a strong need of the time. The objectives of this study were to assess the effect of remedial teaching in improving academic performance among poorly performing students in Pharmacology and to assess factors that could affect academic performance.MethodThe study was conducted in 2019. Academically poor performing students (< 50 % marks in Pharmacology first sessional exam) were selected after getting informed consent. After obtaining baseline information and Study skills self-assessment inventory information from all students, academically poor performing students (53 students) were identified and they were randomized into two groups. One group (26 students) received academic support alone. The second group (27 students) received academic support, sessions on study skills, stress-coping strategies and counselling regarding their academic and non-academic problems.ResultsThe improvement in test scores among all participants of remedial sessions was statistically significant. Mean pre-test marks 5.27 ± 3.6 post test 14.63 ± 1.24 and the difference is statistically significant. Though apparently high 10.02 ± 3.25 Vs. 8.59 ± 3.55, the post intervention gain in scores is not statistically significant between Academic support + special package group Vs. Academic support alone group (P value 0.16)ConclusionTailored or individualised remediation measures can greatly enhance the academic performance of undergraduate medical students and help them make satisfactory progress on the course.

Publisher

Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory

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