PRIME Immunology: Self-directed Introduction to Medical School Immunology

Abstract

Introduction: Medical students find immunology difficult to understand and relate to clinically and are often frustrated by the amount of detailed material. We created PRIME Immunology: Preview or Review of Important Material for Everyone: (i) video modules, (ii) Instagram site, and (iii) vocabulary files called Immunology Language. Methods: The self-paced modules introduced key topics in immunology for students to complete prior to their instructional block. Results and Conclusions: Use of PRIME Immunology during a 3-year period suggested that providing students with an overview of key topics before the start of their course may (i) reduce student angst about immunology and (ii) improve retention of immunology.