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Table 2 Multiple regression analysis for independent factors that influence procedural knowledge performance (KFP and PST)

From: Learning the facts in medical school is not enough: which factors predict successful application of procedural knowledge in a laboratory setting?

 

Procedural knowledge (KFP + PST)

Strategic knowledge (KFP)

Conditional knowledge (PST)

 

P

β

P

P

Domain specific conceptual knowledge

    

Result of conceptual knowledge test

0.150

0.238

0.146

0.267

Learner characteristics

    

Kolb’s Learning Style Inventory

0.667

 

0.617

0.772

Motivation to learn nephrology

0.226

−0.176

0.999

0.092

Intended career as hospital-based doctor

0.133

 

0.243

0.168

Clinical experience

    

Duration of clinical clerkships

0.022* (r 2 =0.053)

0.315

0.0002*** (r 2 =0.096)

0.466

Cognitive performance

    

Result of university entrance diploma

0.714

0.068

0.174

0.725

Percentage of correct answers in NME-I

0.025* (r 2 =0.136)

0.376

0.010* (r 2 =0.055)

0.122

Adjusted r 2

0.2621

0.3395

0.1497

  1. * p < 0.05; ** p < 0.01; *** p < 0.001.