Current perspectives on the role of body painting in medical education
Gabrielle M Finn Health Professions Education Unit, Hull York Medical School, University of York, York, UK Abstract: Body painting is a popular teaching and learning tool within medical education. Art-based approaches, such as body painting, allow students to learn in a fun and engaging manner. They...
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| description | Gabrielle M Finn Health Professions Education Unit, Hull York Medical School, University of York, York, UK Abstract: Body painting is a popular teaching and learning tool within medical education. Art-based approaches, such as body painting, allow students to learn in a fun and engaging manner. They are particularly useful for students who struggle with cadaveric study of anatomy. Body painting is not only limited to use for anatomical study, but it can also be beneficial as a mechanism for introducing clinical examination and associated communication skills. The use of vibrant color adds to its appeal and is often cited as the mechanism through which students effectively learn.Keywords: anatomy, medical education, art, surface anatomy, body painting, medical student |
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| spelling | doaj.art-6c366d606274448288724a738f6b66112022-12-21T19:41:06ZengDove Medical PressAdvances in Medical Education and Practice1179-72582018-09-01Volume 970170640847Current perspectives on the role of body painting in medical educationFinn GMGabrielle M Finn Health Professions Education Unit, Hull York Medical School, University of York, York, UK Abstract: Body painting is a popular teaching and learning tool within medical education. Art-based approaches, such as body painting, allow students to learn in a fun and engaging manner. They are particularly useful for students who struggle with cadaveric study of anatomy. Body painting is not only limited to use for anatomical study, but it can also be beneficial as a mechanism for introducing clinical examination and associated communication skills. The use of vibrant color adds to its appeal and is often cited as the mechanism through which students effectively learn.Keywords: anatomy, medical education, art, surface anatomy, body painting, medical studenthttps://www.dovepress.com/current-perspectives-on-the-role-of-body-painting-in-medical-education-peer-reviewed-article-AMEPanatomymedical educationartsurface anatomybody paintingmedical student |
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