Strategies to foster group cohesion in online learning environments: use of crossword and Hybrid Medical Pictionary

Adv Physiol Educ. 2022 Mar 1;46(1):30-34. doi: 10.1152/advan.00116.2021. Epub 2021 Oct 21.

Abstract

Developing group cohesiveness in the online environment is important for a satisfying learning experience. This article describes an innovative use of crosswords as a "group" activity along with a hybrid version of Medical Pictionary and Medical Charades, in a medical school in India, to engage the learners, encourage interactions and collaboration, and develop group cohesiveness.

Keywords: Pictionary; active learning; crossword; gamification; teamwork.

MeSH terms

  • Education, Distance*
  • Humans
  • India
  • Learning
  • Schools, Medical
  • Social Cohesion*