| Web-based virtual microscopy at the RWTH Aachen University: didactic concept, methods and analysis of acceptance by the students. | |
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PMID: 20363112 Owner: NLM Status: In-Process |
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Fundamental knowledge of microscopic anatomy and pathology has always been an essential part in medical education. The traditional didactic concept comprises theoretical and practical lessons using a light microscope and glass slides. High-speed Internet connections and technical improvement in whole-slide digital microscopy (commonly termed "virtual microscopy") provide a new and attractive approach for both teachers and students. High picture quality and unlimited temporal and spatial availability of histology samples from different fields are key advantages of web-based digital microscopy. In this report we discuss the technical requirements, system efficiency, optical resolution and didactic concept. Furthermore, we present a review of the experience gained in the course of one year based on an analysis of student acceptance. Three groups with a total of 192 students between the 3rd and 5th year of medical studies attending the practical courses of general and advanced histopathology had access to both glass-mounted and digitalized slides. Prior to exams, students were asked to answer an anonymous questionnaire. The results of the study reflect the high acceptance and intensive use of the web-based digital histology by students, thus encouraging the development of further Web-based learning strategies for the teaching of histology and pathology. |
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Magdalene Merk; Ruth Knuechel; Alberto Perez-Bouza |
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Type: Journal Article; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't Date: 2010-03-15 |
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Title: Annals of anatomy = Anatomischer Anzeiger : official organ of the Anatomische Gesellschaft Volume: 192 ISSN: 1618-0402 ISO Abbreviation: Ann. Anat. Publication Date: 2010 Dec |
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Created Date: 2010-11-16 Completed Date: - Revised Date: - |
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Nlm Unique ID: 100963897 Medline TA: Ann Anat Country: Germany |
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Languages: eng Pagination: 383-7 Citation Subset: IM |
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2010 Elsevier GmbH. All rights reserved. |
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Institute of Pathology, Medical Faculty of the RWTH Aachen University, Pauwelsstr. 30, 52074 Aachen, Germany. |
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