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Area of Science:

  • Anatomical Sciences
  • Medical Education

Background:

  • Histology education, especially for the gastrointestinal (GI) tract, presents unique teaching challenges.
  • Traditional methods may not fully engage students in complex anatomical structures.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe the development and implementation of a serious game for GI histology.
  • To enhance student engagement and comprehension through collaborative, hands-on learning.

Main Methods:

  • Serious game designed for first-year graduate students in anatomical sciences.
  • Activity integrates tactile model construction, guided discussion, and group quizzes.
  • Pilot implementation with 12 students to assess outcomes.

Main Results:

  • Preliminary assessments indicated improved student understanding of GI histology.
  • The serious game approach was positively received by students.
  • The development process and pedagogical implications were analyzed.

Conclusions:

  • Serious games offer a promising avenue for improving histology education.
  • Hands-on, collaborative learning activities can enhance engagement and comprehension in anatomical sciences.
  • Further exploration of serious games in histology is warranted.