Review Article
Year: 2019 | Month: May | Volume: 9 | Issue: 5 | Pages: 361-366
Computer-Assisted Learning Modules Vs Traditional Teaching Methods in Medical Physiology: Current Perspectives
Dr. Dipak Kumar Dhar1, Dr. Sudeepa Chaudhuri2
1Tutor, Dept. of Physiology, Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences, Swami Rama Himalayan University, Jolly Grant, Dehradun- 248140, Uttarakhand, India.
2Retd. Professor and Head, Dept. of Physiology, Rohilkhand Medical College and Hospital
Formerly, Principal, Tripura Medical College, Hapania
Professor and Head, KBNIMS, Gulbarga, Agartala Govt. Medical College and GB Pant Hospital, Agartala
Senior faculty of Physiology, Govt. of Assam.
Corresponding Author: Dr. Dipak Kumar Dhar
ABSTRACT
Animal experimentation on amphibians has traditionally been a part of the practical physiology curriculum in MBBS course. However, difficulties in procurement and maintenance of these animals, ecological concerns and ethical issues have led to a global decline in this trend over the years. Questions have also been raised over its relevance for a medical graduate. With the advancement of technology, computer based simulation modules or video demonstrations are now being advocated as a replacement to the traditional teaching method. Apart from addressing the previous concerns, it also makes the learning process more student-centric. This article attempts to review the work done on assessing effectiveness and student perceptions of these computer-based learning tools.
Key words: Computer-assisted learning, CAL, simulation modules, animal experiments, medical physiology, teaching methods