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Challenges and Solutions to Improve the Quality of Medical Education to enhance the International Ranking of Iranian Universities of Medical Sciences: A Qualitative Study
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Asgar Aghaei Hashjin1   , Hamidreza Baradaran2 , Ali Nemati1 , Maria Farrokhi3 , Pouria Farrokhi 4 |
1- School of Health Management and Information Sciences, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
2- Department of Epidemiology, School of Public Health, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
3- Vice-Chancellor for International Affairs, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
4- Department of Health Management and Economics, School of Public Health, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran. , pouriafarrokhi73@gmail.com |
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Abstract: (73 Views) |
Introduction: Besides fulfilling societal healthcare demands, the quality of medical education can affect universities' global rankings. This study aimed to identify the challenges and potential solutions for improving the quality of medical education in Iran's universities of medical sciences to enhance their standing internationally.
Methods: The study was conducted in Iran's medical sciences universities in 2022 using an exploratory approach. In total, 35 managers, assistants, academic professionals, and specialist experts working across several vice departments were interviewed on a targeted basis. The interviews were conducted until the data reached a state of saturation. Following transcription, the Graneheim and Lundman conventional content analysis method was used to analyze the data.
Results: A total of 43 issues were classified into five principal categories: inadequate funding, improper planning, weakness in interactions, deficiencies in education and research, and human resource inadequacies. Additionally, 71 solutions were identified and grouped into seven main categories. These categories included financial support, evaluation, infrastructure investment, research development, promotion of collaboration within and between sectors, enhancement of education, and recruitment and retention of skilled human resources.
Conclusion: Based on the study's findings, managers and policymakers are recommended to remove current barriers and challenges by establishing new educational facilities and technologies, drawing in highly qualified teachers, monitoring professors' performance, fostering more international interactions, and providing adequate funding.
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| Keywords: Challenges, International Rankings, Medical Education, Quality of Medical Education, Solutions, Universities Rankings |
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Article Type: Qualitative Research |
Subject:
Research in Medical Science Education
Received: 2024/03/12 | Accepted: 2024/10/24 | Published: 2024/11/30
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