Abstract
Abstract Teaching immunology in the absence of a traditional lecture format presents certain challenges that require special consideration. In part because immunology is often identified as one of the most difficult pre-clinical biomedical courses, requiring a comprehensive understanding of cellular and molecular biology, genetics, anatomy, and infectious diseases and because it is presented in the context of an exclusive vocabulary. To help address the challenge of teaching immunology in the context of the SARS-CoV-2 Pandemic, we developed a four-week, 1st year medical school immunology course using a mostly active learning type modality that could be effectively delivered virtually. In particular, the course content was delivered using a combination of ZOOM, HoloLens, InteDashboard, Brightspace, and the Panopto™ Video platform. Most of the content was delivered using the Team-Based Learning (TBL) pedagogy which incorporated clinically oriented exercises that inspired and engaged students in achieving a mastery of immunology while honing their critical thinking skills; thus, efficiently preparing them for future clinical practices and licensure exams while avoiding an overwhelming perception of the course. Despite the inherent limitations of virtual delivery, the outcome of the course was an unexpected 100% pass rate. A description of the content, course design, formative /summative assessment methods as well as category performance on exams is provided. The expressed perception of the students is reported as are opportunities for improving the educational experience.
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