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. 2024 Mar 5;34(2):477-483.
doi: 10.1007/s40670-024-02007-x. eCollection 2024 Apr.

Animated PowerPoint Videos: An Underutilized Anatomy Educational Tool?

Eleni Patera  1 , Munesh Pal Khamuani  2   3
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Animated PowerPoint Videos: An Underutilized Anatomy Educational Tool?

Eleni Patera et al. Med Sci Educ. .

Abstract

The subject of anatomy is an integral component of medical and dental education which are constantly evolving. Hence, educators continuously attempt to take advantage of technological advancements to create resources that will improve students' higher cognitive skills. This article describes the creation of an e-learning resource in the form of an animated PowerPoint video that was designed based on evidence-based principles and educational theories to introduce the concept of tooth anatomy. Additionally, it outlines how this resource can be potentially integrated into a broader educational system as well as encourage anatomy and medical educators to use less complex technological equipment to create accessible educational resources.

Keywords: Anatomy; Anatomy digital resource; Anatomy education; Dental education; Dentistry; Drawing; E-Learning; PowerPoint.

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