Wykorzystanie wiedzy biochemicznej w praktyce − analiza przypadku jako metoda nauczania biochemii studentów medycyny i stomatologii
Using Biochemical Knowledge in Practice − Case Study as a Method of Teaching Biochemistry to Medical and Dental Students

Summary/Abstract: Biochemistry, as an academic subject, is widely considered a difficult field to learn. Acquiring complex knowledge becomes easier if student-activating methods are used. An example of such a method is a case study, which can be successfully used to teach complex interdisciplinary issues, including those related to biochemistry. Purpose: The aim of this article is to present original clinical cases intended for use in teaching biochemistry to medical students. Furthermore, the work describes the importance of this activating method in academic teaching. Method: The presented clinical cases were developed based on current literature, case reports, and the authors' teaching experiences. The materials were prepared taking into account current learning outcomes for preclinical sciences in medical fields (in accordance with the guidelines of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education, Poland). Results: Based on our own observations and the analysis of literature data, it was found that the use of the case study method significantly increases students' involvement in the teaching process. The analysis of clinical cases, including the presented descriptions of disease entities, helped students understand complex biochemical mechanisms and relate them to clinical symptoms. The case study method also fostered the development of critical thinking and teamwork skills, which improved the quality of the learning process. Conclusions: The case study-based teaching method is a valuable complement to traditional teaching methods in biochemistry. It not only allows students to expand and consolidate their knowledge but also develop their practical skills and social competencies. Integrating case study into the teaching process facilitates the transfer of theoretical knowledge into clinical practice, which is crucial for educating future generations of medical professionals.

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