Perceptions of Students of the Clinical Pathology Specialist Medical Education Program towards the Learning Environment: A Multi Methodology Study

Abstract

The method used was multi-methodology with sequential explanatory design using the Dundee Ready Educational Environment Measure (DREEM) questionnaire and Focus Group Discussion (FGD).The sample consisted of 92 students for quantitative survey and 9 students for FGD.The results showed that the DREEM quantitative method indicated that most of them perceived the learning environment positively (46.74%) and very positively (53.26%), with the social environment domain having the lowest mean of 19.84%.However, the qualitative FGD method revealed dissatisfaction, especially regarding poor interactions between students and lecturers and suboptimal facilities and infrastructure.The lack of dynamics in the academic atmosphere also hinders their motivation and academic engagement, potentially affecting their overall academic performance.The conclusion shows that the perception of MPPDS Clinical Pathology is more on the less than optimal social environment, both technical aspects (facilities and infrastructure), and non-technical aspects (less vibrant academic atmosphere).

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