Assessment of the Learning styles of MBBS Students at the University of Kassala, Kassala State, Sudan, 2022

Abstract

Introduction: Since the 1970s, Learning styles of health science students have been researched. It’s important to know the Learning styles of medical students these will be rewarding for both the instructor and the student. Objectives: This study aims to determine the learning styles of the medical students at the University of Kassala. Methodology: Cross sectional descriptive study conducted between 21/3/22 to 23/8/22 at the University of Kassala. After collecting the completed questionnaires, the data was analyzed using R language software Version R i386 4.0.2. Results: Out of 251 study sample, 228 responded with Questionnaire response rate of 90.8%. Wrong filled questionnaires were excluded resulting in 206 usable survey. 66.50485 % of our participants were females, 33.49515 % were males. The average age of the participants in years was 21.71359 +/- 1.933755. Reflectors (61.16505%) were the most prevalent learning style among medical students at the University of Kassala. Differences was noted in learning styles among the different sexes (p-value= 0.0371). No difference between the educational levels concerning the learning style (p-value = 0.09029). The living area does not affect the learning style (P-value = 0.3143). Conclusion and recommendations: Most of our students are reflectors, thus they prefer to watch rather than practice, they might be good at subjects that are more of watching type more than subjects that need practice. The results reveal the need to endorse self-directed learning. Further research is need to identify the most reliable teaching modality and instructional strategies.

Keywords: Learning styles, Klob’s Inventory, Medical students

DOI: 10.7176/JEP/13-30-01

Publication date:October 31^st 2022