Kallpana Ghandi Dhas

• MBBS
• Evaluating haptico-visual observation and drawing (HVO&D) as an educational approach

Previous research has shown that the processes of observation, touch, visualisation and drawing can enhance learning. This project aims to show how the utilisation of all four aspects, through a process known as Haptico-Visual Observation and Drawing (HVO&D), can aid in the learning and understanding of anatomical structures. HVO&D is intended to increase the understanding and memorisation of the structure of an object through observation using multiple senses. This allows the individual to utilise that memory to draw the object even without actually looking at it. This technique will be taught to individuals with an anatomy background in a HVO&D workshop to investigate how well their observational skills, understanding of anatomy, spatial and haptic abilities are improved and retained. The study will also investigate how their experience of HVO&D impacts upon their future teaching and therefore how it benefits their students.

Funding Source: Newcastle University

Supervisor: Dr Iain Keenan