Indian journal of pathology & microbiology
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Indian J Pathol Microbiol · Jan 2019
Comparative StudyRandomized cross-over study and a qualitative analysis comparing virtual microscopy and light microscopy for learning undergraduate histopathology.
Virtual microscopy (VM) use in teaching and learning is increasing worldwide. However, there is a paucity of information comparing it to light microscopy (LM) in learning undergraduate histopathology. We investigated whether VM or LM had a higher impact on student learning and performance in histopathology. In addition, we investigated whether students preferred VM over LM, and whether VM use provided a platform to fulfill the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education core competencies. ⋯ Using VM to learn histopathology has significantly increased student learning and performance compared to using LM.