Problem-based learning (PBL) utilizes a self-directed strategy. This process relies on
group participation to succeed. Students without a background in biology or medicine can
feel overwhelmed by the complexity of the subject matter and unable to participate in the
group learning process. We incorporated curated educational videos in the PBL curriculum
to help address this situation. First year medical students participated in this study in
the form of a typical PBL session. They were then assessed on basic and clinical science
knowledge and their learning experience. Student basic science and clinical knowledge were
similar between the student groups. However, the students given a list of suggested videos
scored higher in their learning experience, perception of feeling prepared, and
participating in the group PBL experience than students who were not given the video list.
Results from this study indicate that videos can be utilized to enhance the PBL
process.