Effectiveness of Simulation-Based Versus Traditional Teaching in Medical Education: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Keywords:
Simulation-Based Learning; Medical Education; Teaching Methods; Meta-analysis; Clinical SkillsAbstract
Background:
Simulation-based education has emerged as a transformative approach in medical training, enabling learners to acquire clinical skills in a safe and controlled environment. However, its comparative effectiveness against traditional teaching methods remains variably reported.
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