Analysis of Study Strategies and Their Effect on the Academic Performance of Medical Students at a Private University in Paraguay in 2025

Abstract

Introduction: The methods and resources used to understand information are considered learning techniques. They constitute the basis of all knowledge and are strongly correlated with the academic performance of students. Those who know and master the techniques are more likely to achieve their educational goals than those who do not. Objective: To evaluate the influence of study strategies on the academic performance of medical students at a private university in Paraguay in 2024. Methodology: The methodological design was observational, analytical, and prospective with a cross-sectional approach. The sample consisted of 82 students enrolled in the basic cycle of the Medicine program at a private university in Paraguay. Results: The greatest predominance among the ages of the students who participated 
in the study was found between 17 to 25 years representing 67%, the students of the medical career used various learning techniques, among those used by more than 50% of the population studied were reading and summarizing texts and the use of educational videos and digital platforms, although the practice techniques with simulators and oral explanation are those that present a stronger positive correlation. Conclusion: The techniques used by the majority of the student population prove to be not very effective if used alone and according to the participants themselves, they do not generate good academic performance, It is suggested to improve the combination of techniques used to improve academic performance.