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Title

QR Codes in medical education: A mixed-method for evaluation of effectiveness and learner perception

 

Authors

Puja Singh1,*, Maneesh Jain2 & Jitendra Dangi3

 

Affiliation

1Department of Pathology, Bundelkhand Medical College, Sagar, Madhya Pradesh, India; 2Department of Medicine, Bundelkhand Medical College, Sagar, Madhya Pradesh, India; 3Department of Surgery, Bundelkhand Medical College, Sagar, Madhya Pradesh, India; *Corresponding author

 

Email

Puja Singh - E-mail: dr.pujasingh@gmail.com
Maneesh Jain - E-mail: drmaneeshjain83@gmail.com
Jitendra Dangi - E-mail: Jitendra.Singh.Dangi@proton.me

 

Article Type

Research Article

 

Date

Received October 1, 2025; Revised November 15, 2025; Accepted November 15, 2025, Published November 15, 2025

 

Abstract

Leveraging QR codes in medical education enhances student motivation, autonomy and engagement. Therefore, it is of interest to evaluate the use of QR codes as educational tools among 106 Phase 3 MBBS students in India, utilizing online resources such as lecture slides and quizzes. Data collected through surveys and focus group discussions revealed that 98.11% of participants were familiar with QR codes. Data indicated improved engagement and convenience in accessing educational content, although opinions varied on their comfort and effectiveness compared to traditional methods. While QR codes enrich learning experiences, challenges like technology access and internet connectivity must be addressed.

 

Keywords

QR code, teaching and learning tool, medical education

 

Citation

Singh et al. Bioinformation 21(11): 4250-4254 (2025)

 

Edited by

P Kangueane

 

ISSN

0973-2063

 

Publisher

Biomedical Informatics

 

License

This is an Open Access article which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly credited. This is distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License.