Immersive virtual reality as a teaching tool in neuroanatomy: A scoping review
Abstract Basic core courses in various undergraduate programs, such as neuroanatomy, pose a challenge for students due to the large volume and complexity of the content. In this context, educational technologies such as immersive virtual reality (IVR), which allow students to actively interact with learning materials, offer a complementary pedagogical ...
Nathálya Gardênia de Holanda Marinho Nogueira +7 more
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"Using theories" and "doing theory": tool and action orientations to theory at the interface of public health and anthropology. [PDF]
Taber P +6 more
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Integrating yoga into anatomy and clinical medicine education: A holistic approach to learning
Abstract Anatomical knowledge is fundamental for success in clinical settings. Unfortunately, anatomy education within professional health programs has experienced a continual decrease in contact hours and curricular content over the previous two decades, leading to deficits and potential gaps in anatomical science knowledge.
Dana Rohde +4 more
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An evaluation of forensic casework in Greece: the impact of migration on the medicolegal system and a call for systematic decedent accounting for case resolution. [PDF]
Mavroudas SR +5 more
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Abstract Anecdotally, educational institutions without access to human remains may choose to import these from other countries; however, there is currently no published information illuminating the existence of this trade. This study therefore aimed to document the nature of international transfer of human remains for education, and explore anatomists'
Jackie Hazelhurst +7 more
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Cooperative learning in anatomy: Comparing virtual avatars and human specimens
Abstract Contemporary research demonstrated that undergraduate medical students rated an augmented reality learning tool entitled “human muscular arm avatar” as useful for their self‐directed individual learning. Beyond this subjective assessment, it was largely unknown whether avatar‐based study would also improve knowledge test scores at an objective
Christa Maurer +6 more
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Career choice and interdisciplinary education in forensic pathology: a cross-sectional study. [PDF]
Aungst J +10 more
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Essential embryology for the Canadian pathologists’ assistant
Abstract Pathologists' assistants (PAs) are pivotal in healthcare, conducting autopsies and examining tissues under a pathologist's guidance. Embryology knowledge is crucial for PAs to accurately assess anomalies and identify pathologies. Yet, it is often overlooked in academic PA training programs.
Samantha H. Nacci +4 more
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Importance of Humanities and Compassionate Care in the Age of Artificial Intelligence. [PDF]
Subedi M.
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Abstract Anatomy and physiology are foundational to health science education, yet student engagement in these modules often declines during later years of study. This discursive article aims to describe a teaching intervention which increased student engagement and provide educator reflection of implementation and improvement over time.
Nicolene Jooste, Asma Shaikh‐Kader
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