Nairobi, April 17 -- Medical education has indeed undergone significant evolution. In earlier traditional methods, instruction primarily centred on theoretical teachings, emphasising the memorisation of facts and figures.

The hallmark of this approach was often a "sage on stage" model, where an authoritative figure delivered lectures, expecting passive absorption from the learners. However, the landscape of medical education has shifted towards a more dynamic and interactive approach.

To foster active learning, various approaches have been incorporated into medical education, including small group sessions, case-based learning (CBL), problem-based learning (PBL), self-directed learning, reflective learning, and flipped classrooms, repla...