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A Large-Scale, Multiplayer Virtual Reality Deployment: A Novel Approach to Distance Education in Human Anatomy.

Katelyn E Brown¹, Natascha Heise², Chad M Eitel¹

¹Fort Collins, CO USA Department of Biomedical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Colorado State University.

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Summary

Virtual reality (VR) in human anatomy education maintained rigor and improved student engagement compared to traditional methods. This VR course showed equivalent learning outcomes to 2D approaches, enhancing accessibility.

Keywords:

Distance education Engagement Gross anatomy education Human anatomy Medical education Virtual reality

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Area of Science:

Medical Education
Anatomy Education
Virtual Reality Technology

Background:

COVID-19 restrictions necessitated remote learning solutions in higher education.
Online human anatomy instruction faced challenges in replicating hands-on laboratory experiences.

Purpose of the Study:

To evaluate the effectiveness of a large-scale virtual reality (VR) course for human anatomy instruction.
To assess student engagement, knowledge acquisition, and retention using VR technology.

Main Methods:

A cohort of 75 students participated in an 8-week VR human anatomy course.
Students used VR-capable laptops and head-mounted displays for synchronous group laboratory sessions.
Qualitative and quantitative data were collected on engagement, confidence, and learning outcomes.

Main Results:

Students in the VR course achieved higher average scores (82.27%) than in previous in-person labs (80.08%).
VR utilization promoted engagement and interaction with peers, instructors, and course material.
Learning and retention of anatomical relationships with VR were equivalent to 2D methods.

Conclusions:

The virtual classroom maintained the rigor of traditional gross anatomy labs without negatively impacting scores.
VR offers a highly accessible and engaging alternative for human anatomy education.
VR technology enhances learning through unique interactive features like scaling and spatial exploration.