Where can you find online modules that integrate anatomy, human physiology, and the clinical-trials process? At CyberSurgeons, of course! CyberSurgeons (Figure 1) is a fully equipped website that offers case-based and problem-based learning modules for high school students and teachers of biology, health, anatomy and physiology, career guidance, and other health-related courses. The goals of CyberSurgeons include motivating students to explore and learn, assisting teachers, and creating an awareness of careers in the medical fields. By immersing students in the implementation of clinical-trial processes, CyberSurgeons offers an engaging, collaborative way to teach anatomy and physiology concepts.
The case-based learning modules (CBL) are emotionally and academically engaging. For example, the module “Counseling an HIV Clinical Trial Participant” brings students into the life of David, a 15-year-old male who has contracted HIV. David is participating in a clinical trial of an HIV drug. Students take on the role of...
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