Technologies for Studying and Teaching Human Anatomy: Implications in Academic Education

Area of Science:

• Medical Education
• Anatomy
• Digital Learning

Background:

• Human anatomy (HA) is a core subject in biological and healthcare programs.
• Traditional HA teaching relies on lectures, cadaveric specimens, and dissections.
• Evolving digital technologies offer new pedagogical approaches.

Purpose of the Study:

• To review the integration of emerging digital tools in human anatomy education.
• To analyze the impact of these technologies on academic training.
• To assess their contribution to understanding clinical applications of anatomy.

Main Methods:

• Literature review of digital technologies in anatomy education.
• Analysis of tools such as smartphones, QR codes, and virtual reality.
• Examination of complementary imaging methods (radiography, MRI, CT, ultrasonography).

Main Results:

• Digital tools can diversify HA teaching methodologies.
• Integration of technology can improve student comprehension of complex anatomical concepts.
• These tools support the understanding of anatomical structures in clinical contexts.

Conclusions:

• Emerging digital technologies offer significant potential to innovate human anatomy pedagogy.
• Diversifying teaching methods with new tools can lead to enhanced learning outcomes.
• Technology integration is crucial for bridging academic training with clinical practice in human anatomy.