Using a Cross Section to Train Veterinary Students To Visualize Anatomical Structures in Three Dimensions.

Provo, Judy; Lamar, Carlton; Newby, Timothy

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ERIC Number: EJ639892

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 2002

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Using a Cross Section to Train Veterinary Students To Visualize Anatomical Structures in Three Dimensions.

Provo, Judy; Lamar, Carlton; Newby, Timothy

Journal of Research in Science Teaching, v39 n1 p10-34 Jan 2002

Uses a cross section to enhance three-dimensional knowledge of the anatomy of a canine head. Involves (n=124) veterinary students dissecting the head and experimental groups also identifying structures on a cross section of the head. Reports a positive impact of this experience on participant students. (Contains 52 references.) (Author/YDS)

Descriptors: Anatomy, Dissection, Higher Education, Science Experiments, Science Instruction, Spatial Ability, Three Dimensional Aids, Veterinary Medical Education, Visualization

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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