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0000-0002-3107-6513
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Monash University Malaysia
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Universiti Putra Malaysia
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Pusat Perubatan Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia
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Publications
Peer mentoring experience on becoming a good doctor: Student perspectives.
Publisher: Research Square Platform LLC
Date: 04-12-2020
DOI: 10.21203/RS.3.RS-41174/V3
Abstract: Background : PASS is a peer-led structured academic mentoring program designed to provide academic assistance for new students in their transition from college to university studies and also for students struggling in certain units. This study aims to establish acquired skills by peer leaders associated with peer-led mentoring via the PASS program, and to explore the role played by these acquired skills in their journey to become a successful doctor. Methods : Study participants were forty selected second-year undergraduate medical students at Monash University Malaysia with commendable examination results. Validated pre-test and post-test questionnaires were administered to explore changes in the level of communication, leadership, professional, and pedagogical skills before and after participation in peer mentoring program. Qualitative analysis of focused group interviews was performed by an independent investigator to identify how the skills developed as a peer mentor may help with becoming a good doctor. Major themes were identified with the thematic-analysis approach. Results : Thirty-eight students completed the pre-test and post-test questionnaires. Peer leaders reported improvement in oral and written skills for teaching increased confidence to give constructive feedback better stress management efficient time management improved interpersonal skills and enhanced problem-solving and critical thinking capabilities. Eight major themes were identified from the interview and peer leaders reported positive experience of working in erse environments and shouldering of responsibilities. Conclusions : Peer-led mentoring provides a good opportunity for medical students to shoulder responsibilities as a leader and offers an experience of managing a team of their peers and juniors which in turn may enhance their communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
Peer mentoring experience on becoming a good doctor: Student perspectives.
Publisher: Research Square Platform LLC
Date: 11-11-2020
DOI: 10.21203/RS.3.RS-41174/V2
Abstract: Background : PASS is a peer-led structured academic mentoring program designed to provide academic assistance for new students in their transition from college to university studies and also for students struggling in certain units. This study aims to establish acquired skills by peer leaders associated with peer-led mentoring via the PASS program, and to explore the role played by these acquired skills in their journey to become a successful doctor. Methods : Study participants were forty selected second-year undergraduate medical students at Monash University Malaysia with commendable examination results. Validated pre-test and post-test questionnaires were administered to explore changes in the level of communication, leadership, professional, and pedagogical skills before and after participation in peer mentoring program. Qualitative analysis of focused group interviews was performed by an independent investigator to identify how the skills developed as a peer mentor may help with becoming a good doctor. Major themes were identified with the thematic-analysis approach. Results : Thirty-eight students completed the pre-test and post-test questionnaires. Peer leaders reported improvement in oral and written skills for teaching increased confidence to give constructive feedback better stress management efficient time management improved interpersonal skills and enhanced problem-solving and critical thinking capabilities. Eight major themes were identified from the interview and peer leaders reported positive experience of working in erse environments and shouldering of responsibilities. Conclusions : Peer-led mentoring provides a good opportunity for medical students to shoulder responsibilities as a leader and offers an experience of managing a team of their peers and juniors which in turn may enhance their communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
Peer Assisted Study Session (PASS): Are the Millennial Leaders the Leaders of Tomorrow? A Prospective Cohort Study.
Publisher: Research Square Platform LLC
Date: 14-07-2020
DOI: 10.21203/RS.3.RS-41174/V1
Abstract: Background PASS is a peer-led structured academic mentoring program designed to provide academic assistance for new students in their transition from college to university studies and also for students struggling in certain units. This study aims to establish acquired skills by peer leaders associated with peer-led mentoring via PASS program, and to explore the role played by these acquired skills in their journey to become a successful doctor. Methods Study participants were forty selected second-year undergraduate medical students at Monash University Malaysia with commendable examination results. Validated pre-test and post-test questionnaires were administered to explore changes in the level of communication, leadership, professional, and pedagogical skills before and after participation in peer mentoring program. Qualitative analysis of focused group interviews was performed by an independent investigator to identify how the skills developed as a peer mentor may help with becoming a good doctor. Major themes were identified with the thematic-analysis approach. Results Thirty-eight students completed the pre-test and post-test questionnaires. Peer leaders reported improvement in oral and written skills for teaching increased confidence to give constructive feedback better stress management efficient time management improved interpersonal skills and enhanced problem-solving and critical thinking capabilities. Eight major themes were identified from the interview and peer leaders reported positive experience of working in erse environments and shouldering of responsibilities. Conclusions Peer-led mentoring provides a good opportunity for medical students to shoulder responsibilities as a leader and offers an of experience of managing a team of their peers and juniors which in turn may enhance their communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
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