Finding the most effective method in anatomy lessons in medical education: A comparison of lectures and online lessons with flipped classroom

23. Ulusal Anatomi Kongresi, Ankara, Türkiye, 11 - 15 Ekim 2023, cilt.54, sa.2, ss.8

Objective: As technology continues to advance, various educational models have emerged, and medical

education has adapted to these changes. The aim of this study is to compare the effectiveness of flipped

classroom in human anatomy education with traditional face-to-face education (lectures) and online

education in terms of student satisfaction with all three models.

Methods: The study included 212 second-semester students studying at Akdeniz University Faculty

of Medicine during the 2022-2023 academic year. To ensure consistency among the students, the same

instructor taught different anatomy subjects using various educational methods. Subsequently, a feedback

form, prepared by experts in the field of medical education, was distributed to evaluate student satisfaction,

and the results were analyzed statistically.

Results: The mean total scores of student feedback were found 40.9±12.3 for the classical lecture, 39.4±12.7

for the online class, and 44.9±10.8 for the flipped classroom. The difference between these scores was

found to be statistically significant (One-Way ANOVA, p=0.003).

Conclusion: Advancing with the evolving technological landscape, this study demonstrates the advantages

of the flipped classroom approach in comparison to traditional face-to-face lectures and online education

within the realm of human anatomy education. The results underscore the enhanced engagement and

knowledge acquisition associated with the flipped classroom model, as evidenced by higher student

satisfaction and preference. This highlights the potential for more widespread adoption of innovative

educational methodologies in the medical field.

Keywords: flipped classroom, online education, medical education, anatomy