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Privileged learning.

Norma E Wagoner1, Josina M Romero-O'Connell

  • 1Department of Cell and Developmental Biology, School of Medicine, University of Colorado-Denver, 13070 East 19th Avenue, Aurora, CO 80045, USA. norma.wagoner@uchsc.edu

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Reflective writing after cadaver dissection offers students profound experiences. This practice helps medical students process complex emotions, from mortality awareness to gratitude for anatomical donors.

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Involving Individuals with Developmental Language Disorder and Their Parents/Carers in Research Priority Setting
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Involving Individuals with Developmental Language Disorder and Their Parents/Carers in Research Priority Setting

Published on: June 6, 2020

Area of Science:

  • Medical Education
  • Anatomy

Background:

  • Cadaver dissection is a cornerstone of medical anatomy education.
  • Students often report significant emotional responses during dissection experiences.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the impact of reflective writing on student experiences with cadaver dissection.
  • To highlight the emotional and intellectual benefits derived from this practice.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of student reflective writing samples (poems, stories).
  • Qualitative assessment of themes and emotional content.

Main Results:

  • Reflective writing facilitates processing of complex emotions, including mortality and gratitude.
  • Student narratives reveal deep personal connections and learning moments.

Conclusions:

  • Reflective writing enhances the educational value of cadaver dissection.
  • Sharing these profound student experiences can enrich medical pedagogy.