Impact of Covid-19 on the Teaching of Anatomy

Abstract

BACKGROUND AND AIM: The COVID-19 pandemic has had profound impacts on education globally. Most students have lost months of educational experience that is considered fundamental. This study aimed to provide an overview of the situation experienced by anatomy students during the COVID-19 pandemic, to determine the knowledge, attitudes and practices of anatomy students regarding online education and standard operating procedures for anatomical practical.

METHODOLOGY: The study involved the use of questionnaires and google forms.

RESULTS AND CONCLUSION: The results from this study show that COVID-19 has immensely affected how human anatomy is taught however, it has also opened up the possibilities of unconventional anatomy teaching in Nigeria. The current coronavirus pandemic has revealed the gaps in medical education. It has also shown some benefits of integrating virtual teaching and learning in the medical curriculum, primarily human anatomy. This blended learning approach will help anatomical education thrive in technology-based teaching and learning.