Exploring high-impact educational practices and educational achievements in TCM undergraduates
Abstract Background High-impact educational practices (HIPs) are increasingly recognized as crucial for enhancing learning achievements in higher education. The expansion of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) education has brought educational quality into sharper focus. However, limited research exi...
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| description | Abstract Background High-impact educational practices (HIPs) are increasingly recognized as crucial for enhancing learning achievements in higher education. The expansion of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) education has brought educational quality into sharper focus. However, limited research exists on HIPs among TCM undergraduates. This study investigates the relationship between HIP participation and educational achievements in TCM students. Methods In September 2024, 210 TCM students at Beijing University of Chinese Medicine voluntarily completed a questionnaire. The study-specific questionnaire collected demographic data, participation records, and educational achievements. All 210 valid responses were analyzed using SPSS 20.0 for descriptive statistics, t-tests, and regression analysis. Results The overall HIP participation rate was relatively low (19.06 ± 12.44). Practical activities had the highest participation rate (26.79 ± 15.79), while research activities were the lowest (14.49 ± 14.52). Participation in 10 of the 15 activities significantly improved educational achievements. These included three practical, four research, and three expanding activities. Notably, 'Study of classic works of TCM' (E4) had a significant positive impact on all dimensions of educational achievement (t = 2.36, p < 0.01). Additionally, 'Presiding over or participating in scientific research projects' (R3) significantly improved professional abilities (t = 2.72, p < 0.001). These two activities were identified as key HIPs for TCM students. Conclusion The participation rate of Traditional Chinese Medicine students in HIPs is relatively low. Practical, expanding, and research activities closely related to the major positively impact educational achievements. Highly professional and challenging HIPs are key for TCM students seeking greater educational achievements. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-4fa1cd03090e42e9814cca9b548f61302025-08-20T03:05:14ZengBMCBMC Medical Education1472-69202025-07-0125111110.1186/s12909-025-07546-4Exploring high-impact educational practices and educational achievements in TCM undergraduatesNan Jiao0Bingxin Li1Lu Li2Na Yuan3National Center for the Development of Chinese Medicine Education, Beijing University of Chinese MedicineSchool of Management, Beijing University of Chinese MedicineSchool of Management, Beijing University of Chinese MedicineNational Center for the Development of Chinese Medicine Education, Beijing University of Chinese MedicineAbstract Background High-impact educational practices (HIPs) are increasingly recognized as crucial for enhancing learning achievements in higher education. The expansion of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) education has brought educational quality into sharper focus. However, limited research exists on HIPs among TCM undergraduates. This study investigates the relationship between HIP participation and educational achievements in TCM students. Methods In September 2024, 210 TCM students at Beijing University of Chinese Medicine voluntarily completed a questionnaire. The study-specific questionnaire collected demographic data, participation records, and educational achievements. All 210 valid responses were analyzed using SPSS 20.0 for descriptive statistics, t-tests, and regression analysis. Results The overall HIP participation rate was relatively low (19.06 ± 12.44). Practical activities had the highest participation rate (26.79 ± 15.79), while research activities were the lowest (14.49 ± 14.52). Participation in 10 of the 15 activities significantly improved educational achievements. These included three practical, four research, and three expanding activities. Notably, 'Study of classic works of TCM' (E4) had a significant positive impact on all dimensions of educational achievement (t = 2.36, p < 0.01). Additionally, 'Presiding over or participating in scientific research projects' (R3) significantly improved professional abilities (t = 2.72, p < 0.001). These two activities were identified as key HIPs for TCM students. Conclusion The participation rate of Traditional Chinese Medicine students in HIPs is relatively low. Practical, expanding, and research activities closely related to the major positively impact educational achievements. Highly professional and challenging HIPs are key for TCM students seeking greater educational achievements.https://doi.org/10.1186/s12909-025-07546-4Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)UndergraduatesHigh-impact educational practices (HIPs)Educational achievements |
| spellingShingle | Nan Jiao Bingxin Li Lu Li Na Yuan Exploring high-impact educational practices and educational achievements in TCM undergraduates BMC Medical Education Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Undergraduates High-impact educational practices (HIPs) Educational achievements |
| title | Exploring high-impact educational practices and educational achievements in TCM undergraduates |
| title_full | Exploring high-impact educational practices and educational achievements in TCM undergraduates |
| title_fullStr | Exploring high-impact educational practices and educational achievements in TCM undergraduates |
| title_full_unstemmed | Exploring high-impact educational practices and educational achievements in TCM undergraduates |
| title_short | Exploring high-impact educational practices and educational achievements in TCM undergraduates |
| title_sort | exploring high impact educational practices and educational achievements in tcm undergraduates |
| topic | Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Undergraduates High-impact educational practices (HIPs) Educational achievements |
| url | https://doi.org/10.1186/s12909-025-07546-4 |
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