TBL outperforms lecture-based learning on short-term cognitive outcomes such as theoretical exam performance¶
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q2 i? Across 17 of 23 reviews, evidence consistently supported TBL's superiority over lecture in enhancing students' cognitive performance in theoretical exams. → Alizadeh Maryam 2024
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Alizadeh Maryam 2024¶
Alizadeh Maryam, Masoomi Rasoul, Mafinejad Mahboobeh Khabaz, Parmelee Dean, Khalaf Rusul Jasim, Norouzi Ali. (2024). Team-based learning in health professions education: an umbrella review. BMC Medical Education. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12909-024-06147-x
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Umbrella review synthesis of 23 reviews: 17 reported cognitive outcomes, 13 of which compared TBL with lecture-based learning; students "performed better in theoretical exams, including final exams, midterm exams, and national board exams" under TBL.
"The evidence consistently supported the superiority of TBL in enhancing students’ cognitive performance. Among the 23 reviews analyzed, 17 reviews (74%) reported on the cognitive outcomes of TBL."
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