Comparison between Jigsaw and Snowball Method of Active Learning among First Year Medical Undergraduates: An Interventional Study

Authors

  • Sharad Mankar1, Lata Buktar2, Sapana Motewar1, Narhari Pophali1, Snehal Kulkarni2

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.37506/ijop.v8i2.1266

Keywords:

Self-directed learning, Jigsaw method, Snowball method, Physiology.

Abstract

Present study focuses on comparison between the efficacies of jigsaw and snowball methods active learning.
An interventional study was conducted among first year medical undergraduates. Overall, 167 students
studied by jigsaw method and 173 students studied by Snowball method. To study the preferences of students
between Jigsaw and Snowball metSelf-directed learning, Jigsaw method, Snowball method, Physiology.hod a structured questionnaire using five point likert scale was used. Both
the method significantly improved the knowledge of students. Overall response based on the questionnaire
about jigsaw method was positive. Students found it to be simple, enjoyable and effective means of learning.

Author Biography

  • Sharad Mankar1, Lata Buktar2, Sapana Motewar1, Narhari Pophali1, Snehal Kulkarni2

    1Assistant Professor, 2Associate Professor, Department of Physiology,
    Shree Vasantrao Naik Govt Medical College, Yavatmal

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Published

2020-04-29

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Vol. 8 No. 2 (2020): International Journal of Physiology

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Comparison between Jigsaw and Snowball Method of Active Learning among First Year Medical Undergraduates: An Interventional Study. (2020). International Journal of Physiology, 8(2), 151-156. https://doi.org/10.37506/ijop.v8i2.1266