Learning microbiology and virology from the cinema

Area of Science:

• Microbiology
• Virology
• Science Education

Background:

• Students may experience learning fatigue due to extensive media coverage of viruses, particularly following the COVID-19 pandemic.
• This fatigue can lead to decreased motivation and engagement in microbiology and virology studies.

Purpose of the Study:

• To present an alternative pedagogical approach for teaching virology and microbiology.
• To address and overcome student learning fatigue and disinterest in these subjects.

Main Methods:

• Development and implementation of an innovative teaching strategy for virology and microbiology topics.
• Focus on methods designed to counteract pandemic-induced learning fatigue and enhance student motivation.

Main Results:

• The alternative teaching approach effectively combats student fatigue related to virus reporting.
• Increased student motivation and engagement in learning virology and microbiology concepts were observed.

Conclusions:

• The proposed teaching method offers a viable solution for revitalizing student interest in microbiology and virology.
• This approach is crucial for effective science education in the post-pandemic era, fostering a renewed appreciation for these critical fields.