The Value of Virtual Reality Technology in Embryology Education; Objective and Subjective Outcomes

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  • SALASABEEL F. M. ALFALAH Department of Computer Information Systems, King Abdullah II School of Information Technology, The University of Jordan, Queen Rania Street, Amman 11942, Jordan. Author

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https://doi.org/10.61841/fdx2dj88

Keywords:

Embryology, Medical Education, Virtual Reality, 3D model, , Human Embryo, Comparative Study, Questionnaire

Abstract

Medical education is witnessing a rapid evolution of learning tools, fuelled by the emergence of novel information technologies. Virtual reality (VR) technology and three-dimensional (3D) visualization is gaining popularity in this field. Embryology, a branch of the anatomical sciences, is an area where there is room for the utilization of such technology. The representation of the human embryo within a VR environment could complement current teaching aids and overcome existing shortfalls. The impact of this on the educational outcome, however, has not been extensively evaluated. This paper describes a comparative study evaluating the benefit of VR technology in embryology teaching, by comparing it to an existing tool, namely two-dimensional (2D) images of the human embryo, and a subjective evaluation of students’ views regarding the use of VR to learn the embryology course material. The results showed that VR enhances embryology education when assessed both in a subjective and objective manner.

 

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30.11.2020

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Vol. 24 No. 9 (2020): 24 (9) 2020

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ALFALAH, S. F. M. (2020). The Value of Virtual Reality Technology in Embryology Education; Objective and Subjective Outcomes. International Journal of Psychosocial Rehabilitation, 24(9), 4672-4684. https://doi.org/10.61841/fdx2dj88