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

This article explores the effectiveness of problem-based learning (PBL) as a teaching method for medical students. The study conducted PBL sessions with 100 medical students and assessed their performance using multiple-choice questions. The results showed that PBL was more effective than traditional lectures, with higher test scores. Students also had a positive perception of PBL as an effective learning tool. The article suggests that incorporating PBL into medical education can help develop self-directed lifelong learning skills and better prepare students for real-world medical practice. [Extracted from the article]