Teaching-learning Methods Research Articles

OPTIMIZING STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT WITH A QUANTUM TEACHING APPROACH

Problems in learning activities often hinder teachers and students in achieving educational goals. Students' learning difficulties are usually due to the use of inappropriate methods as well as obstacles in providing feedback and improving students' learning skills. This research explores and analyzes the use of Quantum Teaching methods in increasing motivation through a fun and interactive approach. The approach used is descriptive qualitative to provide a detailed description of the use of Quantum Teaching methods in classroom learning. Data were collected from relevant and credible literature sources such as books, scientific articles, newspapers, magazines, and other publications. Content analysis techniques organize information based on relevant themes or categories. This study found that using Quantum Teaching techniques through the TANDUR phase (Grow, Experience, Name, Demonstrate, Repeat, and Celebrate) improved students' cognitive, affective, and psychomotor achievements. Analysis shows that six levels of cognitive learning, five levels of affective activities, and seven stages of psychomotor activities can all be improved by this method. This research provides an in-depth insight into the effectiveness of Quantum Teaching in improving student achievement. The findings provide a basis for educators to adopt more interactive and fun learning strategies and identify factors that influence the effectiveness of this method in the educational context.

Comparing Grammar Translation Method and Communicative Language Teaching in EFL Context: A Qualitative Literature Review

Teaching English as a foreign language (EFL) differs greatly from teaching English as a first language (L1). To ensure that teaching and learning are successful and efficient, teachers must possess a broad range of pedagogical expertise. Each method needs to be adjusted to the particular educational and environmental setting. The primary objective of this article is to provide comprehensive insights into two prominent language teaching methods, namely the Grammar Translation Method (GTM) and Communicative Language Teaching (CLT). While GTM has been historically prevalent, CLT has recently gained widespread popularity. This paper focuses on the understanding of educational practitioners, particularly in the domain of English Language Teaching (ELT) setting, by conducting a comprehensive comparison of GTM and CLT thoroughly, focusing on teaching techniques, characteristics of both teaching methods, and the way the instructor addresses students’ mistakes. Although CLT is recognized as the more realistic and advantageous method in contemporary contexts, it is still acknowledged that GTM possesses certain positive attributes. Additionally, since every country has its own unique set of circumstances, social norms, and background, the teacher must be aware of the most suitable teaching-learning method.

Meaningful learning in a realistic drug simulation scenario

This study addresses the use of David Ausubel's Theory in a didactic sequence developed specifically for realistic drug simulations. Objective: to test the usability of a didactic sequence developed for realistic simulation in the preparation and administration of parenteral drugs in critically ill patients; to improve the applicability strategy of the didactic sequence for adjustments and subsequent validation. Methodology: qualitative observational study, which took place in May 2023 during a workshop on the preparation and administration of medication, using the evaluation tool validated by Raurell-Torredà as a model for data collection. Nursing undergraduate students from the 5th period onwards were invited to take part in the research to carry out a medication simulation during the workshop, A pre- and post-intervention questionnaire was carried out using a QR code to capture the answers, a semi-structured questionnaire with 11 questions on the subject, the data collected was arranged in an information bank using Microsoft Office Excel software and analyzed using descriptive statistics. Results and Discussions: It can be seen that realistic simulation is a teaching-learning method that is little used, with 77.8% of the students having had contact with it for the first time. Conclusion: Although it is an effective teaching-learning strategy, undergraduate courses should structure their teaching strategy to include this teaching model in the course curriculum in order to improve teaching on the preparation and administration of medicines.

Visiting Professor As Implementation Of Cooperation Between Universitas Islam Negeri Sultan Syarif Kasim Riau And Arkalyk Pedagogical Institute, Kazakhstan

Visiting Professor Program (VIPP) is a program to send PTAI professors to universities / research institutions abroad with a maximum duration of 1 month, facilitating PTAI permanent lecturers with the title of Professor to develop their ideas and ideas through joint research, updating teaching materials and learning methods in accordance with the latest developments in the world of international education, developing curriculum studies, comparative studies of institutional management management, and become a guest examiner for students of overseas partner universities. Purpose of Visiting Professor Program (VIPP) Increasing PTAI institutional competitiveness towards a world class university through cooperation and partnership with foreign universities / institutions, Development of competence of PTAI professors in the fields of research, academic writing and networking abroad through scientific presentations, research, benchmarking, publishing manuscripts in reputable international journals Socialization and internationalization of Nusantara Islamic studies. This VP program is an implementation of international cooperation between UIN Sultan Syarif Kasim and Arkalyk Pedagogical Institute, Kazakhstan. This highly talented young lecturer and reviewer of several international journals indexed by Scopus is listed as the only lecturer from the State Islamic Religious College (PTKIN) in Indonesia teaching at the university.

Early Childhood Education: Issues and Challenges – An Institutional Perspective

Early childhood education also known as preschool or pre-primary education is provided in settings such as Nursery schools, Kindergarten, Anganwadis, Montessori schools, etc. Some are located in the private sector while the Government sponsors some. Pre-primary education is critical for establishing a child's social, emotional, and overall well-being. Typically designed for 3 to 5-year-old children there are varying standards. It is on this foundation that the child's future learning and adaptability are built that it deserves serious attention. The importance of pre-primary education is recognized worldwide nevertheless universal coverage has not been achieved. According to the UNICEF Global Report on Early Childhood Education, which has come recently, world over there were at least 175 million children aged 3 to 6 years old who were not enrolled in school. The early years of a child's life build the basis for lifelong growth, and children who fall behind in these early years often never catch up with their peers, leaving them more likely to drop out of school and fail to reach their full potential. This points to the significance of probing into its causes and reflecting on solutions to overcome them. Going into the causes we find certain factors perpetuating this. Such are Economic backwardness, social backwardness, Institutional backwardness, and Administrative Deficiencies. The former two are pitfalls of a weak institutional system while the latter two reflect an institutional breakdown. Yet there are interlinkages between the two. Economic backwardness arises from the great divide between the rich and the poor and consequent power dynamics leading to increased marginalization of the poor. They lose the capability to encash opportunities for fair standards of living, education, adequate nutrition, appropriate housing, and healthy surroundings. Linked to it is the social backwardness where the morbidity becomes concentrated in the poor. Inadequacy of infrastructure and paucity of teaching-learning methods carefully tailor-made to needs, skilled manpower, motivators, and losing focus are major institutional factors. The state vested with the responsibility to intervene in high-priority areas lagging in progress or developmental needs through special programs and projects time to time suffer pitfalls pointing to administrative deficiencies as systemic factors. This paper attempts to bring out the issues and concerns of pre-primary education from an institutional perspective.

클래식 음악을 활용한 음악 감상활동이 유아의 음악적성에 미치는 효과

Objectives The purpose of this study was to examine the effect of music appreciation based on classical music activities on musical aptitude of young children. Methods The subjects of this study were 56 who were 5-years-old children enrolled in D kindergarten located G city. To compare the effects of experimental treatments on young children’s musical aptitude scores of pre-test and post-test were analyzed by independent t-test applying SPSS 22.0 program. Hedges'g values were calcu-lated examine the effect size of music appreciation based on classical music activities on musical aptitude of young children. Results As a result of analyzing music appreciation based on classical music activities on musical aptitude of young children, the experimental group showed greater changes than the control group in term of average musical aptitude(tune, rhythm). Conclusions The result of this study is expected to be a future guidelines to develop teaching-learning method to enhance children’s musical aptitude.

Current Medical Education -A Bird’s Eye View

India has a rich tradition of imparting education in Medicine since the ancient times; which has evolved over the years. As the years progressed several reforms in medical education have been made until recently the Competency Based Medical Curriculum (CBME) has been introduced in the medical colleges in India. Although CBME has been the framework of medical education in Western countries such as Canada, US, UK it has been adopted from 2019-20 onwards in India. This curriculum of Medical Education has goals to create “Indian Medical Graduate” (IMG) with a set of roles expected to be fulfilled in the form of achieved “competencies” with inclusion of qualities such as clinician, life-long learner, communicator, leader and medical professional. There are certain challenges outlined for the implementation of CBME. However, there are also guidelines in the form of various Teaching -Learning Methods (TLM) and appropriate Evaluation or Assessment Methods to be adopted. The types of TLM outlined are Integrated Method, Self -Directed Learning (SDL), Case Based Learning, Small Group Discussion, Flip Classroom Model, Mentor -Mentee System etc. in this paper. Assessment or Evaluation methods strongly support the backbone of the curriculum. Either Formative or Subjective Methods of Assessment can be adopted to monitor the TLM. The types of Assessment which can be applied are also reviewed. Although the scope and impact of CBME are immense but it faces the test of time in future. The current medical education is time-based, outcome -based, involves structured learning, time-flexible and learner -centric approach is utilized.

Assessment of teaching learning methods under CBME among second year medical students

Background: Medical institutions are progressively transforming their medical curriculum from a traditional approach to Competency-Based Medical Education (CBME), which is a student-centered curricular activity. Self-assessment of the teaching methods by the students is an important tool to ensure the best possible academic environment for the students. The main aim of the study was to assess the teaching learning methods under CBME among 2nd-year medical students based on student’s feedback, in the Dept of Pharmacology. Materials and methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted using a questionnaire distributed to the 2nd year MBBS students who met the inclusion criteria. Data was analysed and expressed as percentages. Results: A total of 95 students met the inclusion criteria and all responded to the questionnaire. Majority responded positively towards the current teaching-learning methods. Small group discussion (SGD) seemed to be the preferred teaching learning method garnering a total of 67% vote. Most of the students mentioned their preference of learning in small groups but found the adult learning principles like Self Directed learning (SDL) to be less useful. Conclusion: Majority responded positively towards the current methods. It was evident from the study that facilitators need to focus on inclusivity in SGD. Incorporation of teaching learning methods suggested by the students would be an ideal tool to ensure the best academic environment for the students. Implementation of more problem based & critical thinking centric methods may encourage students to utilize the adult learning principles like SDL etc.

Student adaptation to distance learning: An analysis of the effectiveness, benefits and risks of distance education from the perspective of university students

The research study provides an analysis of the effectiveness of distance education from the perspective of university students and contributes to the reflection of the current trend of introducing combined studies in higher education. The research was carried out during the Covid-19 pandemic, when most of the higher education was primarily shifted to distance learning. The aim was to identify factors influencing students' adaptation to this “new” learning model. The findings of the mixed (qualitative and quantitative) investigation, in which students commented on two open-ended questions focusing on the positive and negative effects of distance learning via an online survey form, were processed using content categorical analysis. The frequencies of responses by category were then evaluated using binary logistic regression based on odds ratios. Ordinal and cardinal data were assessed using both descriptive and inductive statistical analysis.The results showed that, in addition to teaching methods and content, the adaptation of the students themselves to distance education plays an important role and that there are significant differences in this adaptation among students depending on gender, type of study programme and their learning preferences. We also found that contact with teachers remains a key element of student success, and that maintaining communication with teachers is essential for setting an adequate pace of learning and for minimizing student frustration. We identified key factors of adaptation that influence student success in distance education, such as personality profile, motivation, study skills, and self-study competences. An important outcome of this study was the finding that it is necessary to specify educational contents that can be taught at a distance and those that require only face-to-face instruction. This appears to be a key prerequisite for the effective implementation of distance education in universities. The study also points to the need to evaluate the effectiveness of different teaching methods for learning in terms of their impact on student success in distance education mode. Based on the results obtained, we consider it necessary for universities to invest sufficiently not only in technical equipment and in training teachers in the use of available technologies, but also in strengthening the pedagogical and psychological competences of all teachers.

Effectiveness of problem-based learning compared to conventional lectures as a teaching–learning method for medical students

Background: Problem-based learning (PBL) is based on adult learning theory which provides a better understanding of the problem through self-directed learning. During didactic lectures, students are receiving the information and they are memorizing it without understanding the practical applications. PBL provides an active learning environment along with the acquisition of other skills. Aims and Objectives: The present study was conducted to assess the effectiveness of PBL over conventional lectures as a teaching–learning method for phase 1 medical students. Furthermore, the perception of students toward PBL was taken. Materials and Methods: PBL sessions were conducted among 100 Phase 1 medical students by dividing them into two groups and assessed by MCQs. Lecture class was taken for the whole students and again assessed by MCQs for the non-PBL topics. A comparison between the aggregate test scores was made using an unpaired t-test. Perception of students toward PBL was collected using a validated questionnaire in Likert scale and expressed as a percentage. Results: Data analysis showed the aggregate mean score of PBL as 27.96 (3.42) and conventional lecture as 22.66 (4.28) with P < 0.001, which was taken as significant. Students showed a positive response toward PBL as an effective learning tool. Conclusion: PBL is an effective teaching–learning method that can be incorporated into the medical curriculum to create medical graduates with self-directed lifelong learning skills.

Role of Self-Directed Learning in Pedagogy – Current Scenario of Competency-Based Medical Education

Abstract Self-directed learning (SDL) is a learning procedure among participants where they understand their learning goals, formulate them, and identify resources for learning. There are four key steps of SDL. SDL allows learners to be more effective learners and social beings through peer group discussions. Hence, it helps develop innovative ideas and valuable insights. The COVID-19 pandemic has caused a significant paradigm shift in teaching–learning methods. The self-paced online courses are appeared to be a crucial part in learning during the pandemic. Those courses are somehow interlinked with the principles of SDL, thus SDL can be a boon in the current scenario with the COVID-19 pandemic. However, lack of independence and self-motivation forms a major barrier to SDL learning. The lack of a healthy relationship between the teachers/instructors and students and adequate technology might also affect the adoption of SDL. SDL will attain a massive success with the availability of adequate resources and technology and their effective utilization.

Orientation and application of gamification as teaching learning method by medical physiologists in India

Background: Gamification, the integration of game elements into non-gaming contexts, has gained significant attention in education, including medical education. Researches revealed that gamification elements such as points, badges, levels, and feedback are commonly used in higher education. Gamification is seen as a tool that can help millennial and Gen Z students, who prefer social learning ecosystems, in competency development and contextual learning. A review of gamification-based learning tools in both preclinical and clinical settings highlighted heightened student engagement and superior educational outcomes, but competitive gamification yielded unexpected results, with students spending limited time and resisting competitiveness. Aims and Objectives: This paper presents a cross-sectional study conducted in India to assess the orientation and application of gamification among faculty members of Medical Physiology. The study aimed to identify the advantages, challenges, and potential of gamification in enhancing the quality of medical education in India. Materials and Methods: The authors addressed the deficiency in the orientation and application of gamification tools in medical education by conducting a questionnaire-based cross-sectional study among medical physiologists in various Indian institutions and colleges. Results: Results showed that approximately 25% of the faculty members surveyed in India were oriented toward gamification, with slightly more orientation among junior faculties and those from northern India. There were regional variations in the use of specific gamification elements, such as points and badges, letterboards, and storyline elements. Conclusion: The study highlighted a promising trend of gamification adoption among medical physiologists, while also noting that a significant portion of faculty members remained unoriented and had yet to explore the benefits of gamification in medical education. The paper emphasized the need for proactive promotion and application of gamification tools to enhance teaching and learning methods in medical education.

Performance measurement of reading teaching-learning Business Processes: case of whole-word and syllabic reading methods in primary schools

In the educational filed, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) aim to provide an opportunity to evaluate the performance of em- ployees, teachers’ skills and pedagogy, students’ results, learning objects, educational institutions and teaching-learning methods. In this research work, we focus on studying the performance of reading teaching-learning methods, specifically whole-word and syllabic languages learning methods. More precisely, we propose a Business Process Management (BPM) based approach for per- formance measurement of the corresponding business processes of the both methods. We elaborated the reading teaching-learning business processes using Business Process Model and Notation (BPMN), which is a widely adopted standard for formalizing busi- ness process modeling. We prepared a set of KPI for the different activities and for the whole process. We used these KPIs to gauge the performance of each business process and make comparisons between them. To validate our approach, we launched a dedicated questionnaire to primary school teachers in the third grade. By using this questionnaire, we were able to evaluate the overall perfor- mance of each reading process. Our findings indicate that the whole-word method is the most effective teaching method compared to the other.

Experiencing art creation as a therapeutic intervention to relieve anxiety -a case study of a university's ceramic art course.

University students are anxiety prone. Due to their changing their social roles, the proportion of university students with anxiety is relatively high. In this study, using the simple random sampling, we surveyed 53 university students, including sophomores, juniors, and seniors. This paper examines the relationship between art creation and anxiety. This study uses the Self-Assessment Anxiety Scale (SAS). The test form measures the presence and extent of their anxiety problems through a series of questions. We tested the effects of an art creation process on SAS scores and suggest best practices for course settings and teaching methods for art-related subjects. Art therapy intervention reduced anxiety. The most effective technique was found to be slapping the clay board during the creation process. Other actions relieved anxiety as well. Results suggest that the art creation process is an application of art therapy effective in relieving anxiety in university students. Key actions in the process of creating art are closely related to the treatment approaches used in art therapy interventions. This has the potential to not only improve mental health, but also to promote the health and well-being of students. Implications for future research: Rapid societal changes increasing competition for employment creates work and life pressures. University students face challenges with learning, peer competition, and employment, often resulting in anxiety. A diversified curriculum can alleviate anxiety through proper curricular planning and design. Based on this, the university's arts courses should be able to study how to improve and optimize the existing teaching and learning outcomes and can be integrated with the university's general education curriculum planning. Through appropriate teaching content and learning methods, the courses of university general education can play a role in reducing students' anxiety and promote physical and mental health, thus contributing to sustainable development of the society.

Effectiveness of a Teaching Module using Simulated Patient, Photographs and Case Scenario in Wound Certificate Preparation by under-graduate Students

Many mistakes inadvertently made during preparation of wound certificate by doctors could ultimately lead to a miscarriage of justice. As a primary first contact doctor, every Indian Medical Graduate needs to be conversant in the scientific principles of preparation of wound certificate to meet legal requirements. Wound certificates are one of the most compelling medicolegal documents that have for reaching implications in legal trails of homicides, assault and civil injury cases. It is necessary to strengthen the teaching of wound certificate preparation. This study was conducted with an objective to find out the effectiveness of a designated teaching module when compared with conventional method of lecture class. An interventional study done at Department of Forensic Medicine, in a Medical College with whole batch of Phase II MBBS students. Adesigned teaching module with simulated patient, photographs and case scenario was prepared to teach wound certificate. Students were divided into 6 major groups and each group again sub-classified into two; the study group was taught using teaching module and the control group using conventional teaching learning methods. Performance of students was assessed after the teaching schedule and statistically compared using unpaired 't' test. Students taught using teaching module performed better compared to students in a conventional method of teaching where the difference was found to be statistically significant.

A phenomenological experience of trainers in preparedness training during COVID-19 pandemic: Trainers perspective from tertiary care institute

BackgroundCoronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic raised an immediate demand for skilled workforce in hospitals. There is limited literature related to perspectives of trainers in this unprecedented situation. This study aimed to examine lived experience of trainers while delivering training to a large number of participants in a challenging situation with the fear of contracting the infection themselves. MethodsA qualitative, phenomenological research was conducted in a tertiary care training centre among 21 trainers who trained 8417 healthcare personnel. Data was collected through Google Forms, which consisted of open-ended questions. Thematic analysis was done using MAXQDA software. Three themes and nine subthemes related to the teaching–learning method, administrative support, and challenges faced by the trainers were extracted. ResultsParticipants included nurses, nursing tutors, resident doctors, and faculty from nursing and medical specialities. Classroom teaching strategies with demonstration, simulation & hands-on training, and even virtual demonstrations were favoured as the effective teaching methods and modes. Well-planned modules, availability of infrastructure and advanced supporting software facilitated training sessions. Hands-on skill assessment was favoured as the best evaluation method. Trainers also expressed various challenges faced in planning and executing the training. ConclusionA meticulous planning of preparedness training based on the understanding level of participants and their scope of work led to feasible and fast large-scale capacity building of healthcare professionals during COVID-19 pandemic. Diverse educational methods, as per demand of situations, online training, and in-person hands-on techniques via simulation lead to more responsive delivery of training and learning than a single method.

Assess the Effectiveness of an Inquiry Based Learning Method in Microbiology for Undergraduate Medical Students

Two hours practical session in Microbiology for II MBBS students is most of the time monotonous, vague, teacher centric and not utilized time qualitatively by teaching faculty in conventional method. Inquiry-based learning is a form of active learning that starts by posing questions, problems or scenarios—rather than simply presenting established facts or portraying a smooth path to knowledge. To determine the student’s performance & effectiveness of inquiry-based learning method over traditional practical method by comparing once. To study students’ and faculty perceptions about inquiry based learning (IBL) method Prospective interventional analytical study was conducted for II MBBS students in department of Microbiology for four months. After Ethical committee approval and informed consent randomized selected 100 students of II MBBS divided into two batches; one for didactic practical and one for interactive new inquiry based teaching learning method. Four topics ( Staphylococcus, Streptococcus, Corynebacterium and M. tuberculosis) selected with 15 days interval from regular departmental teaching schedule. Structured the inquiry based questions to cover entire topic, post test papers and feedback forms and validated prior to start the study. Two hrs practical sessions divided into four parts. First half an hour introduction of the topic as routine didactic method, next half an hour we distributed the questions among students and told them to read, discuss and collect the information from the books or any other sources. Next half an hour discussed the questions and last half an hour conducted short test of 20 marks. Average score in tests was considered for analysis. Mean score was calculated and unpaired t test was applied. P value less than 0.05 was considered statistical significance. Students’ and faculty perceptions about inquiry based learning (IBL) method determined by taking questionnaire based feedback using Likert scale at the end of all four sessions. Mean score for topic Staphylococcus taken in traditional way was 9.02 with SD of 2.3 and that taken by the interactive inquiry based learning method was 14.6 with SD of 2.8 and t value 11.1. Mean score for topic Streptococcus taken in traditional way was 8.94 with SD of 2.6 and that taken by the interactive inquiry based learning method was 14.6 with SD of 2.9 and t value 10.2. Mean score for topic Corynebacterium taken in traditional way was 9.48 with SD of 2.4 and that taken by the interactive inquiry based learning method was 14.0 with SD of 2.7 and t value 8.8. Mean score for topic M. tuberculosis taken in traditional way was 9.38 with SD of 2.7 and that taken by the interactive inquiry based learning method was 14.2 with SD of 3.0 and t value 8.4. Improvement in the performance of the students was observed. Mean score was statistically significant (p value is 0.001) in all four topics conducted by interactive inquiry based learning method. Approximately 90% students agreed that the topic better taught in interactive inquiry based learning method and wanted to have more of such sessions.A positive feedback was received from the students and faculty members stated that the inquiry based learning method was very interesting and effective. The students were more alert, interested and receptive in the session. It helps how to utilized two hours practical time that enhance the interest of students and session become more interactive and informative. Student liked the method as it increases the interaction between teacher and students. It helps in integration of concepts and development of thinking skill. IBL method simplified and clarified concepts the topic, increased receptivity and questions increased attention span. It improves the confidence of teacher as well as students2.The study proved that inquiry based learning method is more effective than didactic method to understand the topic. Strengthen quality of teaching learning. Learners are encouraged to participate and interact.

Learning Huddles: A Tool to Strengthen the Delivery of Medical Education

Abstract Learning huddles in medical education is a type of small group teaching–learning method to ensure the involvement of students in meaningful discussions and the acquisition of critical thinking skills. Unlike conventional teaching methods, which cater to a large group of students, who are more often than not passive in the learning process, learning huddles are being employed in small groups and there is an active engagement of the medical students. Active engagement means medical students actively involve themselves in class discussions, knowledge-sharing, and problem-solving activities related to real-life scenarios. As we indulge in the process of implementation of learning huddles, there are multiple essential considerations that must be kept in mind to augment the overall learning experience and attainment of the learning outcomes. In conclusion, learning huddles have the potential to equip medical students with the required skills to be effective practitioners. As this method has been associated with multiple merits and requires limited resources, all medical institutions must explore and look forward to implementing them in their curriculum.

Training Neonatal Intensive Care Nurses Using Two Adult Teaching–Learning Methods

Training Neonatal Intensive Care Nurses Using Two Adult Teaching–Learning Methods

A percepção do estudante de medicina sobre a simulação realística em pediatria

Abstract Introduction: The use of realistic simulation in pediatric emergencies is particularly valuable, as it allows the training of technical, attitudinal, and cognitive skills, helping to ensure patient safety. Objective: This study aims to describe the student’s perception of using the High-Fidelity Realistic Simulation in the pediatric emergency modules during the internship. Methods: Observational, descriptive study with a quantitative and qualitative approach. A semi-structured questionnaire was applied to sixth-year medical students at the end of the pediatric internship modules, which lasted eight weeks, from August to December 2020. All of them participated in two types of activities on 14 topics: high-fidelity simulation (HFS) and structured discussion of clinical cases (SDCC). Results: Of the 33 participants, 29 answered the questionnaire. The mean age was 24 ± 1.8 years, and 58.6% were female. All agreed that the experience with HFS contributed to safer performance in pediatric emergencies, considered optimal by 76% and good for the remainder. Most thought the association of HFS and SDCC was the ideal method (96%). The content analysis of the responses on HFS highlighted thematic units in five categories: significant learning, contribution to professional training, skills, attitude/behavior, and quality of the activity. Conclusions: Students’ reaction to using HFS in pediatric emergencies was very positive, and its association with SDCC was considered the ideal teaching method. Knowing the students’ reactions helps teachers plan their activities to improve the teaching-learning method.