PECULIARITIES OF MODERN APPROACHES TO TEACHING BIOPHYSICS IN MEDICAL EDUCATION
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Key words: biophysics, medical education, innovative teaching, interdisciplinary approach, simulation, problem-based learning, clinical integration, digital technologies.Abstract
Resume. Biophysics plays a crucial role in modern medical education by providing the fundamental physical principles that underlie biological and clinical processes. Traditionally, biophysics has been taught in a theoretical and lecture-based format, which has often been perceived as abstract and insufficiently connected to clinical practice. In recent years, innovative teaching methods have been introduced in medical education, including problem-based learning, case-based discussions, digital simulations, and interdisciplinary integration with clinical subjects. These approaches aim to increase student motivation, develop research skills, and cultivate clinical thinking. The article analyzes the peculiarities of modern methods of teaching biophysics in medical universities, with a special focus on their role in enhancing professional competencies. Methods of analysis included literature review, comparison of international practices, and observation of teaching strategies applied in medical schools of Uzbekistan and abroad. Results show that innovative and interactive approaches significantly improve the comprehension of complex biophysical concepts and strengthen their application in clinical contexts. The discussion emphasizes the advantages and barriers of these approaches and highlights the importance of further integration of biophysics into clinical curricula. It is concluded that modernizing biophysics education is essential for training a new generation of medical professionals who can combine theoretical knowledge with clinical practice and research.
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