| Is virtual reality a useful tool in the teaching of physiology? | |
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PMID: 21652493 Owner: NLM Status: In-Data-Review |
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This opinion statement points out some of the considerations and pitfalls in using virtual reality computer programs in the teaching of life sciences. Emphasis is placed on the possibility of such programs leading to reductionist thinking including how reductionist thinking could foster the formation of misconceptions. Negative feedback is used as the classic example of reductionist thinking in physiological regulation, including how classic negative feedback is inconsistent with evidence of complexity in living systems. This statement concludes that virtual reality can be a useful tool in the teaching of physiology so long as the complexity of living systems is taken into account. |
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Daniel Richardson |
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Type: Journal Article |
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Title: Advances in physiology education Volume: 35 ISSN: 1522-1229 ISO Abbreviation: Adv Physiol Educ Publication Date: 2011 Jun |
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Created Date: 2011-06-09 Completed Date: - Revised Date: - |
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Nlm Unique ID: 100913944 Medline TA: Adv Physiol Educ Country: United States |
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Languages: eng Pagination: 117-9 Citation Subset: IM |
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Department of Physiology, University of Kentucky, Lexington, Kentucky. |
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