Utilising computer based learning to complement class teaching of gross anatomy

Authors

  • Rudi Klein Victoria University, Melbourne VIC 8001
  • Puspha Sinnayah Victoria University, Melbourne VIC 8001
  • Kate Kelly Victoria Univeristy
  • Maxwell Winchester Victoria Univeristy, Melbourne VIC 8001 Copenhagen Business, Solbjerg Plads, Frederiksberg 2000, Denmark
  • Gayathri Rajaraman Victoria University, Melbourne VIC 8001
  • Norman Eizenberg University of Notre Dame, Werribee, Melbourne, VIC 3030

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.30722/IJISME.27.08.002

Abstract

This study examines the use of three computer programs designed for the study of gross anatomy; An@tomedia Online, AnatomyTV, and Thieme, as in-class learning support programs within the newly adopted “Block model” of teaching delivery at Victoria University. Victoria University is the first and only Australian university to have introduced a block model of education. With the introduction of ‘The Block Teaching Model’ the focus of the use of in-class time towards meaningful and active learning has become paramount. We used these programs as in-class student-centered inquiry based learning activity. The aim of this research was to investigate how the use of these programs impact on student engagement and student experience in their study of gross anatomy which is now offered in a time-compressed block teaching method. An opinion-based survey using the Qualtrics software was conducted at the end of each anatomy unit teaching block of semester 1 in 2019. The survey was distributed to all students enrolled in the unit. Results indicate that all programs used were viewed as making a positive contribution to student learning. The use of An@tomedia Online was particularly helpful in assisting first-year students studying gross anatomy with the interpretation of laboratory-based prosected cadaveric material within the new teaching context.

Author Biographies

Rudi Klein, Victoria University, Melbourne VIC 8001

FYC staff

Puspha Sinnayah, Victoria University, Melbourne VIC 8001

Institute for Health and Sport

Maxwell Winchester, Victoria Univeristy, Melbourne VIC 8001 Copenhagen Business, Solbjerg Plads, Frederiksberg 2000, Denmark

Institute of Sustainable Industries and Liveable Cities

Norman Eizenberg, University of Notre Dame, Werribee, Melbourne, VIC 3030

Melbourne Clinical School

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Published

28-10-2019

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