Current Pediatric Research

Status Epilepticus (SE) is a critical medical emergency in pediatric neurology, characterized by continuous seizures or recurrent seizures without recovery, which poses significant morbidity and mortality risks. This paper investigates the application of Kolb’s Experiential Learning Theory (KELT) to develop a structured teaching plan for pediatric residents at King Abdulaziz University Hospital (KAUH) in Saudi Arabia. The proposed plan, spanning a one-week course, emphasizes practical, interactive and reflective learning tailored to the treatment of SE, addressing the limited availability of structured training in this domain. Grounded in KELT's four-phase learning cycle-Concrete Experience (CE), Reflective Observation (RO), Abstract Concepts (AC) and Active Experimentation (AE)-the plan integrates simulations, group discussions, theoretical instruction and supervised clinical practice. The CE phase employs low-fidelity simulations to immerse learners in realistic scenarios, while the RO phase fosters critical reflection through peer discussions and written analyses. The AC phase introduces theoretical foundations using didactic and computer-based tutorials and the AE phase provides hands-on clinical opportunities to apply learned concepts.

Author(s):

Reem Abdullah Alyoubi*

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