Effective Learning Through Small Group Teaching in Medical Education

Sharadkumar Pralhad Sawant; Amit Manchanda; Shaheen Rizvi; Priyatama Sharadkumar Sawant; Viren Sharadkumar Sawant

Effective Learning Through Small Group Teaching in Medical Education

Author(s)	Dr. Sharadkumar Pralhad Sawant, Dr. Amit Manchanda, Dr. Shaheen Rizvi, Dr. Priyatama Sharadkumar Sawant, Viren Sharadkumar Sawant
Country	India
Abstract	Medical education has undergone remarkable transformation in recent decades, shifting from traditional teacher-centered approaches toward more interactive, student-centered, and competency-based learning methods. Among the various educational strategies adopted worldwide, small group teaching has emerged as one of the most effective methods for improving student engagement, conceptual understanding, communication skills, and clinical reasoning. Unlike conventional large group teaching, which often limits interaction and active participation, small group teaching creates a dynamic educational environment that encourages discussion, critical thinking, collaborative learning, and individualized attention. Small group teaching facilitates active participation of students and promotes deeper understanding of complex medical concepts through interaction with faculty members and peers. It enables students to clarify doubts freely, express opinions confidently, and develop analytical and problem-solving abilities essential for medical practice. Furthermore, this teaching approach enhances professional skills such as teamwork, leadership, empathy, communication, and self-directed learning, all of which are indispensable qualities in healthcare professionals. In the present era of competency-based medical education, small group teaching has gained increasing importance because it promotes integration of theoretical knowledge with clinical application. It also improves retention, motivation, and student satisfaction while reducing passive learning and academic stress commonly associated with large classroom lectures. Although large group teaching remains useful for delivering information to large numbers of students, small group teaching offers superior educational outcomes in terms of participation, interaction, and personalized learning. The present article highlights the importance of small group teaching over large group teaching in medical education and discusses its advantages, educational impact, challenges, and future relevance in developing competent and compassionate healthcare professionals.
Keywords	Small Group Teaching, Large Group Teaching, Medical Education, Student-Centered Learning, Competency-Based Education, Interactive Learning, Medical Students.
Field	Medical / Pharmacy
Published In	Volume 17, Issue 2, April-June 2026
Published On	2026-05-25

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