Journal of Advances in Medical Education & Professionalism

Editorial

Celebrating the 50th published issue of the Journal of Advances in Medical Education & Professionalism (JAMP)

JAVAD KOJURI; RITA REZAEE; PARISA NABEIEI; NASRIN SHOKRPOUR

Volume 13, Issue 2 , April 2025, Pages 81-82

https://doi.org/10.30476/jamp.2025.106095.2145

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A Systematic Review of Interventions Aiming to Promote Leadership Skills among Nursing Students: From In-Class Strategies to Curriculum Revisions

REZA MOHAMMADPOURHODKI; FATEMEH HESHMATI NABAVI

Volume 13, Issue 2 , April 2025, Pages 83-92

https://doi.org/10.30476/jamp.2024.103763.2022

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Introduction: Leadership skills are key to providing safe and standardized care in complex clinical settings. Nursing instructors and educational institutions’ understanding of ... Read More

Original Article

Sentient Intercultural Self-Efficacy: Constructing Intercultural Competence in Health Sciences students

DEBBIE ÁLVAREZ-CRUCES; JUAN MANSILLA-SEPÚLVEDA; ALEJANDRA NOCETTI-DE-LA-BARRA

Volume 13, Issue 2 , April 2025, Pages 93-104

https://doi.org/10.30476/jamp.2025.104564.2067

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Introduction: The increase in migration movements, global health challenges, and the requirements of different organizations have emphasized the importance of Constructing Intercultural ... Read More Introduction: The increase in migration movements, global health challenges, and the requirements of different organizations have emphasized the importance of Constructing Intercultural Competence (ICC). However, not all countries have policies to achieve this. Therefore, this research aimed to understand the process of constructing Intercultural Competence in theprofessional training of Health Sciences students.Methods: A qualitative study with a Grounded Theory design was conducted. Semi-structured interviews, lasting 40 to 50 minutes, were conducted with students in their last year of training tocomply with the intensity sampling. Theoretical sampling was achieved using the Constant Comparative Methods, interview refinements, and data saturation by program and university topropose theoretical codes. Focused Coding allowed grouping and establishing relationships between the codes and categories. Two accredited Ethics Committees in Chile approved the study.Results: 106 students from three universities, including medicine, midwifery, nursing, nutrition, dentistry, pharmacy, and kinesiology, participated. Two categories were formed: 1) the construct of Intercultural Competence, composed of seven stages which were named Sentient Intercultural Self-Efficacy; and 2) precursors of the construct of Intercultural Competence, composed of intrapersonal characteristics, the nature of empathy and the materialization of will.Conclusion: The precursors to the construction seem to favor critical thinking, which enables the development of Sentient Intercultural Self-Efficacy. However, the strong influence of validscientific evidence, combined with vicarious learning, causes a setback in achieving the construction. This demonstrates the need to develop a critical perspective among students to challenge the prevailing status quo characterized by an equality and ethnocentric approach to patient care. Achieving Intercultural Alternative Thinking, where individuals are open to incorporating other treatment alternatives that may not necessarily have scientific evidence but could benefit patient recovery, is essential.

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A Mixed-Method Study: Investigating the Impact of Different Learning Media on Undergraduate Students’ Knowledge, Performance, and Motivation in Physiology Courses

ANDI ARIYANDY; IRAWAN YUSUF; SURYANI AS’AD; TENRI ESA; ICHLAS NANANG AFANDI; CITA N AKHMAD; RINI R BACHTIAR; ISHARYAH SUNARNO; BUDU BUDU

Volume 13, Issue 2 , April 2025, Pages 105-116

https://doi.org/10.30476/jamp.2025.104419.2056

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Introduction: Physiology encompasses examining the body’s everyday activities, which is crucial for understanding health before disease onset. The physiology course at Hasanuddin ... Read More Introduction: Physiology encompasses examining the body’s everyday activities, which is crucial for understanding health before disease onset. The physiology course at Hasanuddin University isincluded in the biomedical science curriculum. Traditionally delivered via a teacher-centered methodology, this strategy frequently results in rote memorization. To resolve this, active learning methodologies utilizing many media enabled students to choose their preferred instructional tools and augment their knowledge and drive. This study seeks to evaluate the influence of different learning media on undergraduate students’ knowledge, presenting skills, and motivationin physiology courses.Methods: We executed a mixed-method study, including quantitative and qualitative approaches, utilizing a sequential explanatory design, wherein quantitative data was initially gathered. We proceeded with qualitative data collecting to elucidate and reinforce the previous findings. We engaged 100 students to assess their knowledge and presenting skills. The evaluative instruments employed were multiplechoice questions and assessment rubrics. To ascertain the reasons and motivations for student engagement in learning physiology, we engaged nine student respondents, categorizing them into three groups: active participants, neutral participants, and non-participants. We assessed the motivations for student learning engagement with a qualitative questionnaire, which was then complemented by Focus Group Discussion (FGD) interviews.Results: Findings indicated a greater involvement of female students (67%) and individuals from non-SBMPTN paths (62%). Most pupils favored PowerPoint (52%) and video (20%) as educational material. Substantial enhancements in posttest scores were observed following the utilizationof these media. Researchers observed significant enhancements in posttest scores following presentations that utilized PowerPoint and video media (Wilcoxon, p<0.01). Students who presented the genitourinary system via video medium achieved superior scores compared to those who utilized PowerPoint (Mann-Whitney p=0.001, p<0.01). Qualitative studies indicated that active learning strategies enhanced student involvement and motivation, making learning more engaging and pleasurable.Conclusion: Active learning using specific media such as PowerPoint and video markedly improves knowledge, engagement, and motivation among students in physiology courses.

Original Article

“Learning to Learn” – A workshop-based approach for enhancing learning skills of the first-year medical undergraduates

DEEPIKA VELUSAMI; SOUNDARIYA KRISHNAMURTHY

Volume 13, Issue 2 , April 2025, Pages 117-122

https://doi.org/10.30476/jamp.2025.105025.2093

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Introduction: “Competency Based Medical Education” in the Indian undergraduate medical curriculum has demanded the medical students to be “Competent learners” ... Read More Introduction: “Competency Based Medical Education” in the Indian undergraduate medical curriculum has demanded the medical students to be “Competent learners” in addition to other explicit roles expressed by the regulatory body. Fostering the learning skills plays a major role in helping to attain clinical competence. Hence, this study aimed to implement and evaluate the effectiveness of an interactive “Workshop on Learning Skills” organized for the first-year medical undergraduates.Methods: A mixed-method study was carried out by the Medical Education Unit. Based on purposive sampling, 100 first-year undergraduates were included as the study participants. Aninteractive, activity-oriented workshop on the “Learning skills module” was conducted for the participants in small groups on textbook reading, note-taking, presentation skills, interpretation ofillustrations, and enhancing memory. The reaction of the learners and the retro-pre-evaluation of the learning skills were assessed using a self-administered questionnaire. Dennis-Congo’s studyskills inventory was administered before and readministered 10 months after the workshop. Quantitative data were analysed with Mean±SD, and a cluster analysis with frequency count was done for qualitative data.Results: Around 57% of the participants rated the workshop as “excellent”. There was a statistically significant difference (p<0.001) in the mean scores of the “Retro-Pre evaluation” on textbook reading, note-taking, presentation skills, interpretation of illustrations, and enhancing memory. However, there was no significant difference in Dennis Congo Study Skills Inventory scores. Students expressed practical difficulties in applying the learning strategies and demanded reinforcement and follow-up sessions to induce a strong behavioural change.Conclusion: The workshop-based approach in instilling learning skills is well received by the students. However, behavioural changes strongly demand reinforcement and follow-up sessions.

Original Article

Faculty Members’ Perception of Factors on Academic Bullying: A Qualitative Study

RAHMATOLLAH SOLTANI; MOHAMMAD HASAN KESHAVARZI; ALI ASGHAR HAYAT; SEYED ALI AKBAR FAGHIHI; SOOLMAZ ZARE

Volume 13, Issue 2 , April 2025, Pages 123-133

https://doi.org/10.30476/jamp.2025.104498.2063

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Introduction: Academic bullying is a global phenomenon in academic settings. Yet, it is complex and frequently overlooked, with insufficient action to address it. Consequently, the ... Read More

Original Article

Analyzing the Trends and Drivers Influencing Future Leadership in Medical Education in Iran

SAREH MEHNI; REZA DEHNAVIEH TIJANG; MOHAMMAD HASAN KESHAVARZI; SEYED ALIAKBAR FAGHIHI; SOOLMAZ ZARE

Volume 13, Issue 2 , April 2025, Pages 134-148

https://doi.org/10.30476/jamp.2025.103897.2029

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Introduction: A key challenge for policymakers in medical education lies in grasping the future landscape of leadership. Without insights into emerging trends, they may face unforeseen ... Read More Introduction: A key challenge for policymakers in medical education lies in grasping the future landscape of leadership. Without insights into emerging trends, they may face unforeseen issues, leading to expensive and inefficient decision-making. This study aimed at analyzing the trends and drivers influencing future leadership in medical education in Iran.Methods: In this research, we employed a descriptiveexploratory approach This study consists of systematic reviews and interviews that have been analyzed using Structural Equation Modeling with the help of MicMac software (version 6.1.2, 2003/2004: 3IE/EPITA, France). We conducted a systematic review according to PRISMA. A literature search was performed using databases including Medline, Web of Science, ProQuest Dissertation & Theses, Scopus Embase, and Persian studies from SID, and Magiran. The inclusion criteria for the study were the articles which needed to contain one or more listed keywords, were published in a scientific journal, were written in English or Persian, were published between 2004 and 2024, had the full text available, and focused on educational leadership in medical schools. Additionally, interviews were conducted with 14 Iranian experts to pinpoint influential components. To be included, experts possessed relevant education in medical education, health policy, or higher education management; occupied an executive or managerial position in higher health education or health policy; had more than 15 years of work experience, and were willing to participate in the study. Afterward, the codes were presented in a focus group discussion of experts to define how extracted drivers would affect leadership in medical education in Iran.Results: We identified 6081 articles in the initial literature search; 17 met inclusion criteria for final review. The study identified 37 drivers in medical education management and leadership. Thesedrivers were categorized into four types: effective drivers (3), impressionable drivers (3), autonomous drivers (16), and bimodal drivers (15). Among these, the components of meritocracyin selecting managers and international relations within the education sector had the most significant impact.Conclusion: By understanding and planning around these influential and susceptible components, managers, and policymakers can gain foresight. This foresight can enhance the effectiveness of current decisions and activities, enabling a more desirable future. This can be achieved by systematically improving decision-making processes, revising procedures, and developing appropriate strategies in medical education leadership.

Others

The ABC’s of Enhancing Medical Residents Approach to Resolving Interprofessional Conflicts in Workplace

KRISHNA MOHAN SURAPANENI

Volume 13, Issue 2 , April 2025, Pages 149-154

https://doi.org/10.30476/jamp.2024.103738.2020

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Interprofessional conflicts (IC) in healthcare settings pose significant challenges for medical residents, who are often trained in discipline-specific environments. The transition ... Read More

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Celebrating the 50th published issue of the Journal of Advances in Medical Education & Professionalism (JAMP)

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A Systematic Review of Interventions Aiming to Promote Leadership Skills among Nursing Students: From In-Class Strategies to Curriculum Revisions

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Sentient Intercultural Self-Efficacy: Constructing Intercultural Competence in Health Sciences students

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A Mixed-Method Study: Investigating the Impact of Different Learning Media on Undergraduate Students’ Knowledge, Performance, and Motivation in Physiology Courses

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“Learning to Learn” – A workshop-based approach for enhancing learning skills of the first-year medical undergraduates

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Faculty Members’ Perception of Factors on Academic Bullying: A Qualitative Study

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Analyzing the Trends and Drivers Influencing Future Leadership in Medical Education in Iran

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The ABC’s of Enhancing Medical Residents Approach to Resolving Interprofessional Conflicts in Workplace

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