Valued experiences of graduate students in their role as educators in undergraduate training in Ugandan medical schools.

Background: In most medical schools, graduate students, sometimes referred to as graduate teaching assistants, often participate in the training of undergraduate students. In developing countries like Uganda, are typically involved in undergraduate training. However, prior to this study there were no standard guidelines for this involvement.

Near-peer mentorship for undergraduate training in Ugandan medical schools: views of undergraduate students.

Introduction: Masters Students are major stakeholders in undergraduate medical education but their contribution has not been documented in Uganda. The aim of the study was to explore and document views and experiences of undergraduate students regarding the role of masters students as educators in four Ugandan medical schools.

Methods: This was a cross-sectional descriptive study using qualitative data collection methods.