Effectiveness of Technology-Assisted Project-Based Learning Model in Teaching Blood Inventory Management Principles to Blood Bank Technology Students

Cityta Putri Kwarta, Rakhmalia Imeldawati, Nurul Fathiyyah, Ainun Ganisia, Kholifatul Ummah, Arkha Rosyaria Badrus, Yustisia Amalia, Kumar Taufik

Abstract


This study investigates the effectiveness of a Technology-Assisted Project-Based Learning (TAPBL) model in teaching blood inventory management to undergraduate students in a Blood Bank Technology program. Using a quasi-experimental design, the study compared outcomes between a control group (traditional lectures) and an intervention group (TAPBL). Quantitative data were gathered through pre- and post-tests, while qualitative insights were derived from focus group discussions and reflective journals. The TAPBL group demonstrated significantly higher academic performance, with a mean post-test score improvement of 25.3 points versus 10.3 in the control group. ANCOVA results confirmed the instructional model had a statistically significant effect on learning gains. A Likert-scale survey revealed that over 90% of TAPBL students agreed that digital tools improved understanding and engagement. Thematic analysis highlighted four key benefits of TAPBL: authentic learning, collaborative problem-solving, digital fluency, and reflective practice. Students reported enhanced motivation, real-world relevance, and stronger teamwork and decision-making skills. The integration of simulations and cloud-based tools allowed learners to manage virtual inventories, forecast blood needs, and analyze stock issues, bridging the gap between theoretical concepts and practical applications. These findings suggest that TAPBL is a powerful and scalable pedagogical model for modernizing transfusion education. It not only enhances cognitive learning but also supports professional skill development and engagement, aligning well with Competency-Based Education (CBE) goals. This research provides empirical evidence that TAPBL can significantly improve the quality of blood bank education and help prepare students for the complexities of real-world healthcare environments.

Keywords


Blood Inventory Management; Health sciences; Project-based Learning; Simulation-based Learning; Technology-assisted Learning; Transfusion Education

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.17509/jsl.v9i1.88334

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