The seminar-case learning (SCL) model as a combination of seminar learning and case-based learning¶
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Evidence · 3 claims (3 for) · 1 study (1 quant-synthesis),q3· 0 of 1 report an effect size · 3 claims rest on one study
Description¶
The SCL model is a teaching approach that "is a combination of seminar and case-based learning." It integrates "the efficient communication of seminar learning and the clinical thinking of case-based learning." In practice, a teacher selects a typical authentic case and distributes anonymized patient information to students before class. Students independently prepare responses, then during class the teacher gives a brief lecture, introduces the case, and facilitates group analysis and open seminar discussion.
Design Implications¶
Context¶
Requirements¶
- Teachers require extensive medical knowledge, strong teaching skills, and experience to facilitate discussions and manage classroom interactions.
Constraints¶
- Double-blinding is not possible because teachers must implement different teaching methods across conditions.
Target Learners¶
- Undergraduate medical students
- Postgraduate medical students
Learning Goals¶
- Clinical thinking
- Theoretical knowledge
- Case analysis
- Clinical skills
Claims¶
- Scl Improves Theoretical Knowledge Scores [+M]
- Scl Improves Case Analysis Scores [+M]
- Scl Improves Skill Scores [+M]
Related Designs¶
Examples¶
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Key Sources¶
- Lou Jicheng, Guo Feng. (2025). Comparing the seminar-case learning and lecture-based learning models in medical education: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. BMC Medical Education. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12909-025-07041-w
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The seminar-case learning (SCL) model as a combination of seminar learning and case-based learning |
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The SCL model is a teaching approach that "is a combination of seminar and case-based learning." It integrates "the efficient communication of seminar learning and the clinical thinking of case-based learning." In pra... |
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