CAN AN ESCAPE ROOM BE ADAPTED FOR THE STUDY OF HUMAN ANATOMY?

HUMAN ANATOMY AND ESCAPE ROOM

Abstract

Introduction: The new generations of students, immersed in a "digital world", have promoted the emergence of new teaching methodologies. In this work, we propose a series of activities as an Escape Room in the subject of Human Anatomy II (Splachnology) of the Degree of Medicine of the University of Zaragoza.

Methods: We proposed a Hall Escape Room activity based on 5 sequential challenges related to the contents of the subject. The evaluation of the experience was proposed to the participants by means of a voluntary survey of 5 questions based on a Likert scale (with 5 response options being 1 totally disagree and 5 totally agree).

Results: The evaluation survey was answered by 85% of the students (76/89), providing that these activities are positive for motivation, learning and integration of theoretical and practical contents, as well as fostering relationships among students.

Conclusion: Game-based learning activities such as "Escape Room" improve student motivation and learning, as well as fostering participation and communication among them.