Visualization Technologies for Learning and Teaching Veterinary Acarology and Entomology

Area of Science:

• Veterinary Parasitology
• Educational Technology
• Digital Learning Tools

Background:

• Parasitology presents significant challenges in veterinary education due to complex nomenclature, morphology, and life cycles.
• Conventional teaching methods often lack innovation, hindering effective learning in veterinary parasitology.
• Visualization Technologies (VTs) offer diverse strategies to improve teaching and learning, including visual data analysis.

Purpose of the Study:

• To design and evaluate an interactive album for veterinary acarology and entomology (AIAEV).
• To assess the impact of VTs on student learning outcomes and satisfaction in veterinary parasitology.
• To investigate the potential of digital technologies in veterinary curricula.

Main Methods:

• Comparison of mean grades in veterinary parasitology classes before and after VT implementation.
• Assessment of system usability using the System Usability Scale (SUS).
• Evaluation of student/user satisfaction with the interactive tool.

Main Results:

• The mean grade in veterinary parasitology classes increased after the implementation of the VT.
• The interactive album achieved an excellent SUS total score of 80.05.
• 93.75% of students found the interactive album to be a useful educational tool.

Conclusions:

• The interactive album (AIAEV) is a promising VT for teaching veterinary acarology and entomology.
• VT implementation positively impacted student academic performance and satisfaction.
• This study highlights the potential for developing and integrating digital technologies in veterinary education.