Model construction : Valuable for teaching, learning and remembering embryology in medical curriculum

Shiksha Jangde; Monica Pradhan; Kamaljit Basan; Shashi Paikra

Volume : IX, Issue : III, March - 2019

Model construction : Valuable for teaching, learning and remembering embryology in medical curriculum

Shiksha Jangde, Monica Pradhan, Kamaljit Basan, Shashi Paikra

Abstract :

The knowledge of emyology is beneficial for medical , dental and nursing students for understanding the causes of congenital birth defect and disorders applicable in all clinical settings . In emyology teaching it is common to use artificial models to represent the different phases of developing emyonic structures . It facilitates learning since the students can see and touch the models , obtaining knowledge by analogies . The aim of the present study was to analyse if the construction of models by the students during emyology practical classes would facilitate their knowledge , learning and remembering . This academic year in our institute , the students of separate courses were divided into groups and are provided with materials and instructions. The purpose of the study was explained and written informed consent was obtained from all the participants . After 3 weeks of time, the students construct 15 models under the supervision of teachers , representing the development of different emyonic structures and organ system . At the end of the semester , the evaluation was made through tests containing objective and discursive questions related to constructed models . The result has been remarkably positive and the student`s responses suggested that teaching emyology through model construction in the practical classes enhance their learning , knowledge transfer and long–lasting memories .