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Anatomical sciences education2024; doi: 10.1002/ase.2475

Impact of the educational setting on the teaching and learning of the equine distal limb ultrasonography.

Abstract: The use of immersive methodologies is a trend in the educational environment, but their outcomes in the teaching-learning process need to be better understood. This study aimed to assess the impact of the educational environment on learning equine distal limb ultrasonography, comparing immersive classroom, traditional classroom, and virtual classroom. A total of 153 veterinary medicine students from the first to the third semester participated in this study. The students were divided into four groups: traditional (n = 22), immersive (n = 100), online (n = 31), and traditional-immersive (n = 15). The students completed a questionnaire before and immediately after the class. The online group had a lower average gain in correct answers compared to the others (p < 0.01). Regarding student perception, it was observed that the virtual group had the lowest satisfaction score (p < 0.001), and students in the immersive and online environments were more satisfied with the resources used compared to the traditional classroom (p = 0.01). Concluding, in the present study students showed a greater interest in environments associated with technology, and that in-person modalities resulted in significantly superior learning outcomes compared to online ones.
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Publication Date: 2024-06-18 PubMed ID: 38887863DOI: 10.1002/ase.2475Google Scholar: Lookup
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This research paper investigates how different educational environments (traditional, immersive, and virtual classrooms) affect the teaching and learning of equine distal limb ultrasonography, a crucial veterinary medical procedure. The study found that students had greater interest in and satisfaction with technology-assisted learning environments, but significantly better learning outcomes were observed with in-person modalities.

Study Design and Participants

  • The study included a total of 153 veterinary medicine students from the first to third semesters.
  • These students were divided into four groups: traditional classroom (22 students), immersive classroom (100 students), online classroom (31 students), and a combination of traditional and immersive classrooms (15 students).

Methodology

  • Each student completed a questionnaire before and immediately after their class in their given environment.
  • The purpose of the questionnaire was to assess changes in their understanding of equine distal limb ultrasonography and their perception of the learning environment.

Findings

  • The results showed that the classroom setting had an impact on the learning outcomes.
  • The students in the online teaching environment had the lowest average gain in terms of correct answers.
  • In terms of perception, students in the virtual class had the lowest satisfaction score.
  • Interestingly, the students in the immersive and online environments were more satisfied with the resources used for teaching, compared to those in the traditional classroom.

Conclusion

  • The research concludes that while students show a greater interest in environments that utilise technology, in-person teaching led to significantly superior learning outcomes.
  • This suggests that while modern technology can provide engaging learning environments, traditional methods are still vital for effective learning – at least in the specific context of veterinary medicine and ultrasonography of the equine distal limb.

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APA
Romeiro PS, Weber SH, Justino EJ, Michelotto PV. (2024). Impact of the educational setting on the teaching and learning of the equine distal limb ultrasonography. Anat Sci Educ. https://doi.org/10.1002/ase.2475

Publication

Anatomical sciences education
ISSN: 1935-9780
NlmUniqueID: 101392205
Country: United States
Language: English

Researcher Affiliations

Romeiro, Pollyanna Stremel
  • Graduate Program in Animal Science, School of Medicine and Life Sciences, Pontifícia Universidade Católica Do Paraná, Curitiba, Paraná, Brazil.
Weber, Saulo Henrique
  • Graduate Program in Animal Science, School of Medicine and Life Sciences, Pontifícia Universidade Católica Do Paraná, Curitiba, Paraná, Brazil.
Justino, Edson José
  • Graduate Program in Computer Sciences, Polytechnic School, Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Paraná, Curitiba, Brazil.
Michelotto, Pedro Vicente
  • Graduate Program in Animal Science, School of Medicine and Life Sciences, Pontifícia Universidade Católica Do Paraná, Curitiba, Paraná, Brazil.

Grant Funding

  • 001 / Coordenau00e7u00e3o de Aperfeiu00e7oamento de Pessoal de Nu00edvel Superior

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