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Table 4 Scholarly concentrations themes experienced at Bezmiâlem at end-of-course

From: Transforming a U.S. scholarly concentrations program internationally: lessons learned

 

Representative Quotes from Studentsa

Sense of Self-Efficacy

“Learning that we can do research ourselves.”

“When I started this project I did not believe that I would be able to complete the project. But by the end I understood that I can make it happen.”

“To begin to believe in myself and to gain confidence when it comes to scientific project.”

Sense of Being Involved in Professional or Important Work

“The chance to contribute knowledge to the world was one of the most satisfying parts for me.”

“The most valuable part was having a hands on experience about a professional project.”

“Being part of science during medical school.”

Presentation Skill Development

“Learning how to present a project.”

Research Skill Development

“Understanding the steps of making research.”

“Writing article for scientific project.”

“My mentor left and I have a new mentor.”

“To be able to evaluate statistical information.”

“Having a knowledge about the procedure of how to make a clinical research.”

  1. aIn response to prompt, “What was the most positive aspect of your research experience?”