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Leonard Shapiro1, Kathryn Bell2,3, Kallpana Dhas2
1Department of Human Biology, University of Cape Town, Cape Town, Republic of South Africa.
Multisensory observation and drawing, including haptico-visual observation and drawing (HVOD), enhances anatomy learning by improving 3D spatial understanding. An optimized "ORDER Touch" method further supports social learning and anatomical knowledge acquisition.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Art Education
- Cognitive Science
Background:
- Pedagogic research supports multisensory learning and drawing for anatomy.
- Haptico-visual observation and drawing (HVOD) aids 3D anatomical structure comprehension.
- Previous studies suggest HVOD improves perceptual understanding through memorization and recall.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present further pedagogic and cognitive underpinnings for HVOD's effectiveness in anatomy learning.
- To describe the delivery of an HVOD workshop for instructors.
- To present findings from a phenomenological study of educator experiences with HVOD.
Main Methods:
- Exploration of 3D anatomy using combined touch and sight with simultaneous drawing (HVOD).
- Phenomenological study of educator experiences with the HVOD process.
- Development of an optimized "ORDER Touch" observation and drawing process, integrating elements of the ORDER method.
Main Results:
- HVOD offers an engaging method for spatial anatomy exploration in a social learning context.
- HVOD requires modifications for effective curricular integration.
- Educator experiences highlight the potential and challenges of implementing HVOD.
Conclusions:
- HVOD and the optimized "ORDER Touch" process can enhance 3D spatial understanding and anatomical knowledge.
- These art-based approaches support social learning in anatomy education.
- Further integration and refinement are needed for widespread adoption.
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