simPHYSIOTM Physiology series » http://virtuallabs.stanford.edu
Project Overview
New tools in physiology are needed because of the persistent difficulties in dynamic visualization and conceptual understanding of temporal and causal relationships. The goal of the Virtual Labs Project is to develop engaging web-delivered interactive media with solid instructional design and evaluation protocols. Understanding, motivation, and growth of the learner drive our learner-centered design.
Course Structure
- Media-rich graphics and animations
- Interactive simulations and quizzes
- Virtual experimental laboratories and methodologies
- Online database-driven problem sets
- Personalized notepad with hyperlinks
- Chat room for online discussions
- Scalable material for curriculum customization
- Full-featured backend database of user tracking data for evaluation
simPHYSIOTM is a suite of immersive interactive visual and simulation-based teaching modules in physiology (neuro, cardiovascular, respiratory, gastrointestinal, and renal systems) delivered by web or CD. The content is designed to be engaging and to promote active learning. The learner can see multiple-linked representations, make predictions, learn problem-solving skills with a "hands-on" approach, apply and test scientific methodologies, and see immediate outcomes from their manipulations.
Future Directions
Other units will include endocrinology, reproduction, immunology, exercise and altitude physiology, skeletal muscle system, autonomic nervous system, and neuron physiology. simPHYSIO: Vision will be available November 2002; more units will be available in the future.
For More Information
http://summit.stanford.edu/hhmi
Mercury News
Project Team H. Craig Heller, Ph.D., Principal Investigator Camillan Huang, Ph.D., Project Director Jenn Stringer, Project Coordinator Funding Howard Hughes Medical Institute Contact Camillan Huang, cammy@summit.stanford.edu download pdf (81kb) |