MULTIMEDIA SYSTEMS IN TEACHING AND LEARNING AT THE DEPARTMENT OF HISTOLOGY, CYTOLOGY AND EMBRYOLOGY

Abstract

Modern computer technologies are aimed at improving the quality of educational process, efficiency of providing educational information, structuring and systematization of theoretical and practical knowledge, enhancing students’ skills. Histology, cytology, and embryology are fundamental disciplines based on the deep understanding of structural organization of cells, tissues, and organs. A comprehensive innovative approach to teaching the discipline consists in using multimedia resources to support lectures and practical classes via the visualization of tissue and cellular structures on electron microscopic, light-optical and molecular levels; via the demonstration of microscopic preparations using video systems; by performing formative and summative assessment of knowledge through computer testing.
 The latest learning technologies are multimodal including graphic and audiovisual means that contributes to the better involvement of all organs of perception, thus making difference to the routine educational process in general. The digital database of histological preparations of the different magnification under the microscope, which can be used during lectures, at every practical session and during self-training, is very popular among students.
 Multimedia systems are aimed at improving teaching methods, improving the quality of delivering knowledge, fostering the personality, broadening students’ outlook and developing their intelligence. Multimedia systems include the support for lectures, practical classes and self-directed extracurricular work when preparing for classes, module test, and mastering practical skills.