Creative tools for teaching neuroanatomy and neurophysiology

An experience in the psychology course

Abstract

With the return of in-person classes after the pandemic-related restrictions, numerous changes have emerged for teachers and students. The report highlighted the use of creative methodologies in the Neuroanatomy and Neurophysiology course, grounded in the theory of active learning. Education is constantly evolving, and the current challenge is to maintain student engagement and offer relevant knowledge. The approach involves students in teaching and learning by encouraging creation, modeling, prototyping, and collaboration, resulting in a positive learning and assessment experience. The activities mobilized empirical and scientific knowledge, promoting social interaction and dialogue and allowing students to create support materials for the course and individual studies. It was concluded that by creating an interactive teaching and learning environment in which students actively engage and apply their acquired knowledge, active methodologies enable a deeper and more meaningful learning experience.