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Peggy A Ertmer1, Abdelfattah Y M Nour
1College of Education, Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN 47907-2098, USA. pertmer@purdue.edu
Journal of Veterinary Medical Education
|August 4, 2007
Summary
Online veterinary technology programs enhance student learning through interactive physiology courses. Strategies blend traditional methods with digital tools like animations and virtual microscopy for effective distance education.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Education
- Online Learning Technologies
- Physiology Instruction
Background:
- Distance learning (DL) is increasingly prevalent in higher education, with significant growth in online and hybrid course offerings.
- The Veterinary Technology Distance Learning Program (VT-DLP) at Purdue University has experienced increased enrollment due to the convenience of online education.
- Effective course design in DL requires integrating learner knowledge, instructional design principles, and appropriate technology for optimal student engagement.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe strategies for enhancing student learning of physiology content within an online veterinary technology program.
- To address the need for instructional interaction in foundational physiology courses delivered via distance learning.
- To explore the use of both traditional and technology-enhanced methods to support online learning.
Main Methods:
- Implementation of diverse teaching and learning strategies in two foundational online physiology courses within the VT-DLP.
- Utilizing traditional methods such as case studies, videos, and concept maps.
- Incorporating technology-specific tools like animations and virtual microscopy to supplement or replace face-to-face instruction.
Main Results:
- The implemented strategies have successfully increased levels of student interaction within the online learning environment.
- The study focuses on foundational physiology courses critical for veterinary technology students.
- Ongoing evaluation is necessary to assess the impact of these strategies on student learning outcomes, problem-solving skills, and information retention.
Conclusions:
- A blend of traditional and innovative digital strategies is crucial for effective online physiology education.
- Addressing students' need for instructional interaction is key to overcoming challenges in distance learning.
- Further research is required to validate the long-term effectiveness of these DL strategies on student success in veterinary technology programs.
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