Visualization as an innovative teaching strategy in flipped learning for amblyopia screening: An evaluation using the Kirkpatrick Model

BACKGROUND: Amblyopia, or “lazy eye,” is a common visual disorder in children. Early diagnosis and treatment prevent permanent vision loss. This study investigates the effect of visualization as an innovative educational method, combined with flipped learning, on the knowledge and satisfaction of community-oriented health education students regarding amblyopia screening. MATERIAL AND METHODS: This quasi-experimental study, which used a pre-test and post-test design, was conducted on community-oriented health education students. Thirty-three students were selected through convenience sampling in 2023. In this study, students first received the educational content through illustrated videos using engaging animations and motion graphics through micro learning on the Eitaa Messenger platform. This was followed by in-person classes focusing on scenario presentation, discussion-based learning, and problem solving. The evaluation was based on the first two levels of the Kirkpatrick Model. A standardized satisfaction questionnaire and a multiple-choice question test were used to assess levels one and two, respectively. Data were analyzed using SPSS 29. RESULTS: The findings showed that students’ knowledge significantly increased after training ( P = 0.000). Furthermore, 72.8% of participants reported excellent satisfaction with the teaching method. CONCLUSION: The study results indicate that using visualization as an innovative method and active teaching methods such as flipped learning can create an engaging learning environment that enhances students’ motivation and understanding of complex medical topics. Integrating learner-centered, technology-driven methods in curricula not only improves learning outcomes but also helps reduce the burden of preventable diseases, ultimately improving public health and increasing the efficiency of the healthcare system.