METHODOLOGY FOR DEVELOPING CLINICAL THINKING AND PRACTICAL SKILLS OF STUDENTS USING INTERACTIVE AUDIO CLASSES IN MEDICAL EDUCATION
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https://doi.org/10.66345/stj.v4i2.5124Keywords:
Medical education, interactive audio training, clinical thinking, practical skills, pedagogical methodology, professional competence, patient safetyAbstract
The article analyzes the methodological significance of interactive audio classes in medical education for developing students’ clinical thinking and practical skills. The study demonstrated that audio-based training significantly improves students’ abilities to identify complex clinical situations, compare diagnostic and treatment options, make optimal decisions, and critically analyze their own mistakes. Furthermore, this approach strengthens practical skills, enhances professional competence, ensures patient safety, and reinforces clinical training. The article also discusses pedagogical strategies and methodological approaches to effectively organize interactive audio lessons, emphasizing engagement, realism, and skill-oriented learning. Overall, incorporating interactive audio sessions into medical curricula can enhance both cognitive understanding and practical proficiency, preparing future healthcare professionals to respond confidently, safely, and effectively in real clinical settings. The findings support the use of audio-based interactive learning as a valuable tool for medical educators aiming to improve students’ clinical performance and decision-making skills.
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