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An animated model of reticulorumen motility
Jody L Gookin1, Derek M Foster, Alice M Harvey
1Department of Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine, North Carolina State University, 4700 Hillsborough Street, Raleigh, NC 27606, USA. jody_gookin@ncsu.edu
Journal of Veterinary Medical Education
|January 8, 2010
Summary
Veterinary students preferred an animated model for learning reticulorumen motility over traditional methods. However, students using text and line drawings scored higher on assessments, possibly due to detailed contraction sequence lists.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Anatomy
- Animal Physiology
- Veterinary Education
Background:
- Reticulorumen motility is crucial for ruminant health and production.
- Understanding reticulorumen motility is essential for diagnosing and treating diseases.
- Traditional teaching methods include text, drawings, and pressure tracings.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop and evaluate an animated model for teaching reticulorumen motility.
- To compare student preference for the animated model versus traditional methods.
- To assess the impact of the animated model on student learning and appreciation.
Main Methods:
- First-year veterinary students were randomly assigned to online learning modules.
- Group A used an animated model of reticulorumen motility.
- Group B used text and line drawings depicting reticulorumen motility.
Main Results:
- 89% of students preferred the animated model.
- A majority found the model easy to understand and beneficial for knowledge.
- Students using text and drawings (Group B) achieved higher quiz scores.
Conclusions:
- An animated model is preferred by veterinary students for learning reticulorumen motility.
- Traditional methods, when supplemented with detailed lists, may lead to better immediate recall.
- Further research is needed to optimize animated models for comprehensive learning.
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