Evaluation of the institutional educational environment by using the dundee ready educational environment measure

Background: Evaluation of the educational climate has been highlighted as key to the delivery of high-quality medical education. Health educators across places and educational settings have widely used the Dundee Ready Educational Environment Measure (DREEM) to appraise their institutions' educational climate. Objectives: The aim is to assess the educational environment of our Institution and to find the association with the related variables. Methodology: Institution-based cross-sectional study was conducted using the DREEM questionnaire enrolling 527 MBBS undergraduate students. Results: An inclination toward a positive environment was found in our institution, which has statistical significant association with the phase of training of the students. Conclusion: Positive educational environment was found in our institution. This suggests reinforcement of positive practices and scope for improvement in certain other areas.

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This study evaluated the educational environment perceived by undergraduate medical students in the institution, revealing a positive inclination and a significant association with the phase of students' training.