A Comparative Study of "Internet +" Case-based Learning and Traditional Case-based Learning in an Integrated Instructional Mode

Abstract Objective To study the difference between "Internet +" case-based learning (CBL) and traditional CBL in the clinical pathophysiology and therapeutic (CPPT) teaching mode and to provide a foundation and basis for medical teaching reform. Methods In August 2022, fourth-year students of the First Clinical College of Wuhan University received a "Learning Experience" survey to evaluate the teaching satisfaction and learning harvest of both CBL methods. Results Overall, "Internet +" group has higher scores in both teaching satisfaction and learning harvest. "Internet +" CBL can improve students' ability to utilize knowledge, collect information and work as a team. However, traditional CBL might reduce the study burden, provide more spare time, and challenge their ability of self-discipline. Conclusion Under the CPPT teaching mode, "Internet +" CBL are superior to traditional CBL in different degrees. The "Internet +" CBL promising to be put into practice as a new educational mode, but with attention to the issue of learning burden.