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The Universal Design for Learning Framework in Anatomical Sciences Education.

Joy Y Balta1,2, Briony Supple3, Gerard W O'Keeffe1,3

  • 1Department of Anatomy and Neuroscience and Cork Neuroscience Centre, Western Gateway Building, University College Cork, Cork, Ireland.

Anatomical Sciences Education
|June 16, 2020
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Universal Design for Learning (UDL) provides a framework for anatomical education reform, addressing reduced hours and technological advancements. UDL enhances student learning by offering multiple means of representation, action, expression, and engagement in anatomy labs.

Area of Science:

  • Anatomical education
  • Pedagogical reform
  • Cognitive neuroscience

Background:

  • Anatomical teaching faces challenges from reduced hours and technological integration.
  • Faculty struggle to adopt new pedagogical approaches effectively.
  • Need for evidence-based frameworks to guide curriculum development.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present Universal Design for Learning (UDL) as a framework for anatomical education.
  • To explore the application of UDL principles in anatomy laboratory teaching.
  • To investigate the impact of UDL on first-year medical student learning.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of current trends in anatomy teaching.
  • Outline of UDL principles: multiple means of representation, action/expression, and engagement.
Keywords:
gross anatomy educationintegrated curriculummedical educationpedagogyuniversal design for learning

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  • Case study of UDL application in practical anatomy sessions at University College Cork.

    • Main Results:

    • UDL framework offers a structured approach to course design and reform.
    • Anatomy laboratories are suitable environments for UDL implementation.
    • UDL principles were applied to practical anatomy teaching for first-year medical students.

    Conclusions:

    • UDL provides a robust, evidence-based foundation for enhancing anatomical education.
    • Implementing UDL can address challenges in modern anatomy teaching.
    • Further investigation into the benefits of UDL for student learning is warranted.