Evolving resource use for self-directed learning in physiology among first-year medical students in a classroom setting

In this episode of The APS Publications Podcast, featuring Advances in Physiology Education, we hear from Dr. Himel Mondal about his recently published paper entitled “Evolving resource use for self-directed learning in physiology among first-year medical students in a classroom setting.” This study reports a shift in educational resource use for self-directed learning (SDL) among medical students after introduction of large language model (LLM) chatbots. Students use multiple sources, with digital tools like search engines and LLM chatbots nearly matching each other as the most preferred resources. Despite the accessibility and efficiency of digital tools, traditional resources like textbooks remain relevant, though less frequently chosen.

 

Evolving resource use for self-directed learning in physiology among first-year medical students in a classroom setting

Himel Mondal

Advances in Physiology Education 2025 49:2, 394-397