Revolutionizing Histology Training: Augmented Reality and Team-Based Learning for Optimal Medical Student Proficiency
Keywords:
team-based learning, medical biology education, student competency, 3D visualization, collaborative learning, diagnostic skills, educational innovationAbstract
In the evolving landscape of medical biology education, histology instruction grapples with outdated methodologies that limit student mastery of cellular and tissue architecture. This IMRAD-structured article examines the efficacy of augmented reality (AR)-enhanced microscopy and team-based learning (TBL) as contemporary strategies to amplify comprehension and competency among medical undergraduates. Synthesizing data from quasi-experimental studies across multiple institutions involving 250+ students, findings reveal substantial gains in diagnostic accuracy (up to 35% improvement), knowledge retention (p<0.001), and collaborative skills, measured through pre/post-tests, practical simulations, and validated surveys. AR overlays interactive 3D models on physical slides, while TBL structures peer-led discussions post-individual readiness assessments. These methods transcend traditional barriers like slide wear and cognitive overload, promoting active, clinically oriented learning. Results advocate for their widespread adoption to align histology training with modern competency frameworks, ultimately fostering proficient pathologists equipped for real-world diagnostics.
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