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Engels, Daniel; Kraus, Elisabeth; Obirei, Barbara; Dethleffsen, Kathrin – Advances in Physiology Education, 2018
Peer-assisted learning (PAL) is nowadays commonly implemented in medical education. Mostly PAL is utilized to specifically support teaching within one subject or a specific curricular situation. Here, we present a large-scale peer teaching program that aims to address the individual student's learning needs. In addition, it provides a platform for…
Descriptors: Peer Teaching, Medical Education, Tutorial Programs, Tutoring
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Lake, David A. – Advances in Physiology Education, 1999
Describes an assessment of a peer-tutoring system developed for an advanced physiology course. Finds that peer tutoring was effective in enhancing student performance and was perceived as beneficial by students. Contains 15 references. (Author/WRM)
Descriptors: Higher Education, Medical Education, Peer Teaching, Physiology
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Walker-Bartnick, Leslie A.; And Others – Journal of Medical Education, 1984
A program providing successful peer tutoring in nine of 10 basic science courses in the first two years of medical school is described, and the management of such a program is discussed. Positive program effects on both tutors and students in academic difficulty are emphasized. (MSE)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Medical Education, Medical Schools, Medical Students
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Hayes, Jeannie; And Others – Journal of the Freshman Year Experience, 1993
The University of Missouri-Kansas City medical school, which offers a combined bachelor's-medical degree, created a first-year support program to help first-year students meet significant academic and developmental challenges. The program includes academic advising, learning skills assessment, peer and individual tutoring, career counseling, and…
Descriptors: Academic Advising, Career Counseling, College Freshmen, Counseling Services