Innovative teaching learning methods

The Department of Community Medicine adopts a range of innovative and student-centred teaching-learning methodologies to enhance the learning experience of undergraduate medical students. Mind mapping is used to help students organise concepts, establish interconnections, and improve retention of complex topics. Self-assessment-based learning with targeted teaching enables students to identify their individual learning gaps through structured assessments, followed by focused reinforcement of areas requiring improvement. Case scenario-based learning promotes the application of theoretical knowledge to real-life clinical and community situations, strengthening clinical reasoning and decision-making skills. Through problem-based learning, students actively analyse authentic public health problems, work collaboratively, and develop critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.

To promote contextual and culturally relevant learning, Kannada quizzes and interactive activities are incorporated to improve students understanding of local health issues and enhance communication skills. Video-making activities provide students with an opportunity to creatively communicate health messages, develop teamwork and digital literacy, and apply principles of health education and communication. These innovative approaches aim to transform students from passive recipients of information into active, reflective, and lifelong learners, while fostering collaboration, critical thinking, creativity, communication skills, and practical application of community medicine concepts.