A Near-Peer Teaching Module to Supplement Current Undergraduate Teaching in ENT Surgery

Schuster-Bruce, James; Davies, Angharad; Conchie, Henry; Penfold, Oliver; Wilson, Elizabeth M.; Waddell, A. W.

doi:10.1007/s40670-020-00965-6

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“…One consequence of this is that surgical subspecialties such as otolaryngology/head and neck surgery may be taught through lectures, tutorials, and practical sessions but students may not have the benefit of rotating through a clinical attachment in this field. One British study reported that undergraduate medical students receive on average one week's exposure to ENT surgery prior to graduation [ 22 ]. Similarly, a near-peer mentorship study for otolaryngology-head and neck surgery noted that medical students in the USA have no exposure to this field at some medical schools [ 27 ].…”

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“…There are relatively fewer publications on the effectiveness of NPT for teaching acute surgical conditions using models. We found only one report on the implementation and effectiveness of NPT teaching for ear, nose, and throat (ENT)/otolaryngology or head and neck surgery scenarios [ 22 ]. Furthermore, undergraduate teaching modules, including for NPT, are typically developed by academic faculty, whereas we report a teaching workshop developed and led by a junior doctor collaborating with other junior doctors.…”

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A junior doctor led near-peer acute ENT/head and neck surgery workshop for medical students

Liu,

Preda,

Hargreaves

et al. 2024

Surgery Open Science

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A junior doctor led near-peer acute ENT/head and neck surgery workshop for medical students

Liu,

Preda,

Hargreaves

et al. 2024

Surgery Open Science

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“…Near-peer teaching models have also been shown to significantly improve both confidence and assessed knowledge in ENT anatomy. 13 This can be an alternative, resource-friendly approach to address curricular constraints, whilst also offering face-to-face learning.…”

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Online learning: an effective option for teaching ENT to medical students?

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Objective ENT is underrepresented in the curriculum, and this has been compounded by coronavirus disease 2019. Recent restructures have removed ENT placements from the curriculum. This lack of exposure needs to be addressed, and increased use of online learning represents an opportunity to facilitate this. This study aimed to evaluate whether online learning can effectively deliver undergraduate ENT teaching. Methods An online ENT module was created; content was structured on the Sheffield Medical School curriculum. Pre- and post-module tests and 5-point Likert scales were used to assess student knowledge and confidence, respectively. Results A total of 115 participants were recruited. Test scores improved by 29 per cent (p < 0.001) and confidence by 66 per cent. Anatomy and ENT conditions demonstrated significant improvement in confidence, with a lower confidence score for examination. Conclusion This study showed improved knowledge and confidence, whilst highlighting greater efficacy in content over practical skills teaching. Online learning is a validated educational tool; however, it should not be used as a replacement but as an adjunct to supplement learning.

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“…Before and after each teaching session a four-question session-specific test, similar to previous programmes, was delivered to students to assess improvements in knowledge 37–39. Single best answer multiple-choice questions (MCQs) as adopted by many universities (online supplemental appendix 1) was used.…”

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Anaesthetic National Teaching Programme for Students (ANTPS)

Wicks

Kumar

et al. 2022

Postgraduate Medical Journal

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The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly undermined undergraduate anaesthetic teaching in spite of the vital role of the specialty against the pandemic. Anaesthetic National Teaching Programme for Students (ANTPS) was designed to meet the evolving needs of undergraduates and tomorrow’s doctor by standardising anaesthetic training, preparing for final exams and equipping competencies vital for doctors of all grades and specialties. Our Royal College of Surgeons England-accredited University-College-Hospital-affiliated programme consisted of six-biweekly sessions were delivered online by anaesthetic trainees. Prerandomised and postrandomised session-specific multiple-choice questions (MCQs) assessed students’ improvement in knowledge. Anonymous feedback forms were provided to students after each session and 2 months following the programme. 3743 student feedback forms (92.2% of attendees) across 35 medical-schools were recorded. There was a mean improvement in test score (0.94±1.27, p<0.001). 313 students completed all six sessions. Based on 5-point Likert scale, students who completed the programme showed an improvement in their confidence in knowledge and skills to face common foundation challenges (1.59±1.12, p<0.001) and thus felt better prepared for life as junior doctors (1.60±1.14, p<0.001). With an increase in confidence in students to pass their MCQs, Observed Structured Clinical Examinations and case-based discussion assessments, 3525 students stated they would recommend ANTPS to other students. Unprecedented COVID-19 factors impacting training, positive student feedback and extensive recruitment, demonstrate that our programme is an indispensable learning resource which standardises anaesthetic undergraduate education nationally, prepares undergraduates for their anaesthetic and perioperative exams and lays strong foundations for implementation of clinical skills required by all doctors, to optimise training and patient care.

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A Near-Peer Teaching Module to Supplement Current Undergraduate Teaching in ENT Surgery

Cited by 7 publications

References 19 publications

A junior doctor led near-peer acute ENT/head and neck surgery workshop for medical students

A junior doctor led near-peer acute ENT/head and neck surgery workshop for medical students

Online learning: an effective option for teaching ENT to medical students?

Anaesthetic National Teaching Programme for Students (ANTPS)

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