Guiraldes H, Furman G, Galofré A
Department of Anatomy, Catholic University, Santiago, Chile.
J Biocommun. 1993;20(2):29-30.
In teaching anatomy, models are invaluable for reviewing certain concepts, especially those requiring three-dimensionality. Marking points of reference most commonly with numbers, arrows, colored dots, or colored pins is essential for the successful use of these models. However, these marking approaches do not necessarily lend themselves to a "hands on" usefulness for students. Therefore, we have designed a model with fiber-optic reference points. Because of the fragility of models prepared from specimens, we used an acrylic case mounted on a wooden base to protect the human heart circulation model. With the aid of a simple penlight held to the wooden base, the fiber-optic strands illuminate for easy identification of key anatomical points. We use this model in conjunction with a printed self-instructional module.
在解剖学教学中，模型对于复习某些概念，尤其是那些需要三维理解的概念非常宝贵。最常用数字、箭头、彩点或彩色大头针标记参考点，这对于成功使用这些模型至关重要。然而，这些标记方法不一定便于学生“动手”使用。因此，我们设计了一种带有光纤参考点的模型。由于用标本制作的模型易碎，我们使用了一个安装在木制底座上的丙烯酸外壳来保护人体心脏循环模型。借助一个简单的手电筒照射木制底座，光纤束就会发光，便于识别关键解剖点。我们将这个模型与一个印刷的自学模块结合使用。
