Farzaan Bhandari

• MBBS
• Development and evaluation of an anatomy education MOOC in observational drawing

Integrating innovative strategies for anatomy learning and teaching into medical curricula can enhance student learning and satisfaction, while optimising factors like cost and resources of modern anatomy education. Observe-Reflect-Draw-Edit-Repeat (ORDER) is a novel cyclical artistic process which can be integrated into techniques for drawing 3D objects onto 2D surfaces using multi-sensory observation including touch, giving rise to the combined ORDER Touch process. ORDER is shown to be more effective when delivered as an online tutorial, by eliminating the limitations of its delivery in a practical-based learning environment. So, this research project aims to evaluate the extent to which an online course incorporating ORDER Touch improves the understanding of 3D anatomy and enhances student and educator experience.

Funding source: Newcastle University

Supervisor: Dr Iain Keenan