Production of an Anatomical Video of the Middle Cranial Fossa and Its Conversion into an Interactive Teaching Module (550.12)

Abstract

Videos are an excellent tool to present and introduce anatomy to students. They especially provide an overview that includes a three dimensional appreciation of the subject matter. A high resolution video of the middle cranial fossa was produced using Adobe software. The significant anatomical points of interest were described by narration. The video presentation included the boundaries and bony landmarks of the middle cranial fossa. Numerous blood vessels and nerves associated with the region are well illustrated. Camera angles, zooming and motion were implemented during the capture to enhance three dimensional appreciation of the viewer. In the present study, I have sought to extend the students learning experience to include an interactive self‐paced learning module of the subject matter. Images from the video were captured and placed in a sequence to so that the viewer can operate a timeline scrubber to advance the images at their own pace. They can do a quick overview of the images and then come back and focus on more detail. The images in the timeline are labeled with links that enact popups for access to more detailed descriptions and explanations of the of the item indicated in the image, e.g. information regarding the distribution of the ophthalmic division of the trigeminal nerve. The use of an interactive module should enhance the students attention and cater to the pace of the individual student. It is planned that such modules will be introduced within the context of their initial anatomy studies to augment student learning. The study modules are projected to be used as a review and refresher of previously learned material. This approach will use the same material for both initial learning and subsequent review.