Anatomy Without  Dissection II

Synopsis: The 'digital corpse'—or anatomical digital twin—has fundamentally shifted anatomical education. From the pioneering Visible Human Project to the modern, interactive Anatomage table, we have moved from the physical cadaver to the open source human.

But does the ease of digital dissection come at a cost? This session explores the pedagogical tension inherent in modern training to discuss whether a 3D scan is merely data, or a digital relic that deserves the same respect as a physical grave. 

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Synopsis: Learning clinical anatomy is challenging due to the high cognitive load resulting from the combination of identification and spatial orientation tasks, with application to clinical practice and patient experience. The optimum format and resourcing of clinical anatomical training is debated: notably, many approaches continue to utilise traditional methodologies, resources, and information, despite the availability of contemporary alternatives. This session will discuss alternative approaches that are led by evidence-based learning theories, and that provides learners with the opportunity to explore, mentally manipulate and conceptualise anatomical learning outcomes via a variety of novel routes, resources, and methodologies to accelerate learning and advance standards.

Synopsis: At the University of Sunderland we use a wide range of learning resources and approaches to deliver blended anatomy teaching. These include cadaveric anatomy, Anatomage, Virtual Human Dissector, Complete Anatomy, anatomical models, ultrasound and body painting. The underpinning framework to guide our approach is Instructional Design.  Our students appreciate their varied learning experiences. For staff, having to choose which learning tool/approach to use has promoted creative thinking and innovative approaches and has deepened our pedagogy. In the words of Jeff Duntemann, ‘A good tool improves the way you work. A great tool improves the way you think." 

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