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Desenvolvimento de uma aplicação móvel baseada em jogos para o ensino da Anatomia de estudantes da área da saúde

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Introduction: Game-based mobile applications have become powerful tools to aid the learningprocess. In the study of human anatomy, the use of apps has shown promise, providing studentswith an interactive and accessible way to explore and understand the complexity of the humanbody. Objective: This study describes the performance on digital platforms of an application developed to help healthcare students learn human anatomy content. Methods: This mobile application was developed in the Dart programming language and made available for Android and iOS systems. The Anatomania App presented a multifaceted approach to teaching human anatomy, including resources such as quizzes, text lessons, explanatory videos, and flashcards. These screens offer options for adjusting individual preferences and settings. Results: This mobile application had a total of 85,807 downloads and 82,839 registered users. This application had a high frequency of users from Portuguese-speaking countries such as Brazil, Angola, Portugal, and Mozambique. Conclusion: This educational application has shown the potential to promote a more effective and interactive approach to learning anatomy.

Source: Medicina (Ribeirão Preto)

DOI: 10.11606/issn.2176-7262.rmrp.2024.218161

Authors: José Vitor de Sousa Nascimento, Victor Hugo da Silva Mendes, Vandilson Pinheiro Rodrigues

Institution: Universidade Federal do Maranhão

Language: English

Topic: Anatomy and Medical Technology

Subfield: Biomedical Engineering

Field: Engineering

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDGs: Good health and well-being, Quality education

Open Access status: diamond

Funders: Conselho Nacional de Desenvolvimento Científico e Tecnológico, Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa e ao Desenvolvimento Científico e Tecnológico do Maranhão