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| Central South University | OTHER |
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The goal of this clinical trial is to evaluate the effect of LearnGuide, a custom GPT developed with ChatGPT for supporting self-directed learning (SDL) in medical students. The main questions it aims to answer are:
How does LearnGuide influence SDL skills among medical students? Can LearnGuide improve critical thinking and learning flow as measured by Cornell Critical Thinking Test (CCTT) Level Z score and Global Flow Score (GFS)?
Participants will:
Undergo a two-hour introduction to LearnGuide. Engage in 12 weeks of SDL task-based training with LearnGuide's support.
If there is a comparison group: Researchers will compare the group utilizing LearnGuide for SDL and the group without this tool to see if there is a significant difference in SDL skills, critical thinking, and learning flow experiences.
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| Label | Type | Description | Intervention Names |
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| Intervention group | Experimental | Engage in 12 weeks of SDL task-based training with LearnGuide's support. |
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| control group | No Intervention | the control group engaged in SDL task-based training without the support of LearnGuide or any similar artificial intelligence (AI) assistance. |
| Name | Type | Description | Arm Group Labels | Other Names |
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| custom GPT supported self-directed learning | Other | The intervention in our study involved a LearnGuide utilization guide course along with a 12-week integrated training program that incorporated LearnGuide. In the first two-hour session, instructional staff introduced LearnGuide through a hands-on demonstration, teaching students how to use ChatGPT effectively by crafting high-quality prompts. The team emphasized LearnGuide's role as an "AI facilitator" in self-directed learning (SDL). Following the introduction, students were assigned various tasks including online learning, literature reviews, case analyses, and Problem-Based Learning (PBL) activities. Over the 12-week SDL phase with LearnGuide, students were required to complete at least one of these tasks weekly. This setup allowed students to consult mentors for any LearnGuide-related questions, enhancing their learning experience. |
| Measure | Description | Time Frame |
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| Self-Directed Learning Scale | Utilizing a five-point Likert scale across ten items, assesses learning autonomy in adolescents and adults. Anchored in Brockett's framework, it quantifies learners' independent learning inclination, exhibiting robust internal consistency and validity | at 6 ，12 and 14 weeks |
| Measure | Description | Time Frame |
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| Cornell Critical Thinking Test (CCTT) Level Z | The CCTT Level Z measures cognitive abilities in students beyond 11th grade with 52 multiple-choice questions across six domains based on the Ennis and Millman Theory, including deductive and inductive reasoning, semantic analysis, credibility assessment, experimental planning, and assumption identification | at 6 ，12 and 14 weeks |
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| Facility | Status | City | State | ZIP | Country | Contacts |
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| Department of Geriatirc Surgery | Changsha | Hunan | 410011 | China |
| PubMed Identifier | Type | Citation | Retractions |
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| 39425996 | Derived | Shalong W, Yi Z, Bin Z, Ganglei L, Jinyu Z, Yanwen Z, Zequn Z, Lianwen Y, Feng R. Enhancing self-directed learning with custom GPT AI facilitation among medical students: A randomized controlled trial. Med Teach. 2025 Jul;47(7):1126-1133. doi: 10.1080/0142159X.2024.2413023. Epub 2024 Oct 19. |
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In our study, the decision regarding the sharing of individual participant data (IPD) has not yet been made due to ongoing considerations about privacy, consent, and data protection. We are currently evaluating the ethical implications and ensuring compliance with relevant data protection regulations before making a decision. Additionally, we aim to assess the feasibility of anonymizing IPD in a manner that maintains the integrity and utility of the data for potential future research. Our priority is to safeguard participant confidentiality and respect their consent preferences, while also considering the value of data sharing for advancing scientific knowledge. Further discussions and consultations with stakeholders are planned to reach a well-informed decision.
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| Flow Short Scale | The Flow Short Scale (FSS), a condensed form of the Flow State Scale, features ten items on a 7-point scale to assess the flow experience across various activities, from sports to gaming. Its concise yet comprehensive format has made it widely used for evaluating flow experiences in diverse settings | at 6 and 12 weeks |