Learners in Action: Kinesthetic Approaches to Learning in Anatomy and Physiology
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| Title: | Learners in Action: Kinesthetic Approaches to Learning in Anatomy and Physiology |
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| Language: | English |
| Authors: | Justin A. Cobb (ORCID |
| Source: | HAPS Educator. 2025 29(4):60-66. |
| Availability: | Human Anatomy and Physiology Society. PO Box 2945, LeGrange, GA 30421. e-mail: editor@hapsconnect.org; Web site: https://www.hapsweb.org/page/hapsed_home |
| Peer Reviewed: | Y |
| Page Count: | 7 |
| Publication Date: | 2025 |
| Document Type: | Journal Articles Reports - Descriptive |
| Education Level: | Higher Education Postsecondary Education |
| Descriptors: | Anatomy, Physiology, Kinesthetic Methods, Kinesthetic Perception, Active Learning, Allied Health Occupations Education, Undergraduate Study, Biochemistry, Genetics, Human Body, Concept Formation |
| ISSN: | 2473-3792 2473-3806 |
| Abstract: | Physiological phenomena occurring at the subcellular level can be difficult for novices to envision. Kinesthetic learning exercises intended to illustrate the events occurring during these processes may help students grasp such concepts. Here, the author describes three specific kinesthetic learning exercises developed to help clarify: (1) actions of enzymes in biochemical pathways, (2) the myriad events occurring during DNA replication, and (3) the effect of myelination on the speed at which an action potential is propagated down the length of an axon. In addition to potentially clarifying concepts, these exercises may be helpful in refreshing or refocusing student attention during the class period. The three kinesthetic learning exercises described here require little of the instructor in terms of time, materials, or preparation. However, modification may be warranted due to classroom constraints or other limitations. |
| Abstractor: | As Provided |
| Entry Date: | 2026 |
| Accession Number: | EJ1494992 |
| Database: | ERIC |
| Abstract: | Physiological phenomena occurring at the subcellular level can be difficult for novices to envision. Kinesthetic learning exercises intended to illustrate the events occurring during these processes may help students grasp such concepts. Here, the author describes three specific kinesthetic learning exercises developed to help clarify: (1) actions of enzymes in biochemical pathways, (2) the myriad events occurring during DNA replication, and (3) the effect of myelination on the speed at which an action potential is propagated down the length of an axon. In addition to potentially clarifying concepts, these exercises may be helpful in refreshing or refocusing student attention during the class period. The three kinesthetic learning exercises described here require little of the instructor in terms of time, materials, or preparation. However, modification may be warranted due to classroom constraints or other limitations. |
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| ISSN: | 2473-3792 2473-3806 |
