Department of Anatomy - Teaching/Learning Activities
TEACHING AND LEARNING METHODS
- Lectures
- Small-Group Discussion (SGD) / Tutorial
- Cadaveric dissection and demonstration:
- Laboratory sessions
- Hospital & Clinic Visit
- Distance Learning (Online)
- Peer-Group Discussions
- Senior Student’s Support Group
- Self-Directed Learning (SDL)
- Study space is also available in the Anatomy museum, which houses a wide array of specimens and students are encouraged to examine the specimens during self-study sessions or any free time.
LEARNING MATERIAL
- Study guides and handouts: Available in an electronic and printed format.
- Atlases, Textbooks: Available in the library.
- Bones, models, prosecuted specimens: Available in the museum.
- Lecture presentations, Fixed Learning modules: Provided by the Department.
- Radiological images, Clinical situation: Provided by the Teaching Hospital.
- E-learning: Free learning materials (Video demonstrations/Animations etc.) provided by the Department.
ASSESSMENTS
Formative Assessments:
- Poster presentations
- PowerPoint presentations
- Short films
Summative Assessments
- Continuous (In Course) Assessments (CA) are held at the end of each semester. A percentage of marks will be carried to the final examination
- Final Examination in Anatomy will be held at the end of the 3rd semester on completion of the preclinical course: End of Course Assessments (2nd MBBS)
- Second MBBS repeat examination for students who were unsuccessful at the main examination.
Students must pass this examination before proceeding to the 4th semester. (Maximum 4 attempts)
End Semester Examination /Continuous Assessment (CA)
| Method of Assessment | Number of Question | Time Allocated | Marks Allocated |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA1 | |||
| MCQ | 30 questions | 1 1/2 hours | 30 |
| SEQ | 3 questions | 1 hour | 30 |
| OSPEs | 20 questions | 2 min per question | 40 |
| Total Marks | 100 | ||
| CA2 | |||
| MCQ | 30 questions | 1 1/2 hours | 30 |
| SEQ | 3 questions | 1 hour | 30 |
| OSPEs | 20 questions | 2 min per question | 40 |
| Total Marks | 100 | ||
| CA2 | |||
| MCQ | 30 questions | 2 hours | 50 |
| OSPEs | 20 questions | 2 min per question | 50 |
| Total Marks | 100 | ||
End of Course Assessments (2nd MBBS Examination - First Attempt)
| Method of Assessment | Number of Question | Time Allocated | Marks Allocated |
|---|---|---|---|
| MCQ | 40 questions | 2 hours | 25 |
| SEQ | 6 questions | 3 hour | 25 |
| OSPEs | 40 questions | 2 min per question | 20 |
| Structured viva | 10 min | 10 | |
| CA | 20 | ||
| Total Marks | 100 | ||
Final Examination /Second MBBS Examination (Repeat)
| Method of Assessment | Number of Question | Time Allocated | Marks Allocated |
|---|---|---|---|
| MCQ | 40 questions | 2 hours | 30 |
| SEQ | 6 questions | 3 hour | 30 |
| OSPEs | 40 questions | 2 min per question | 30 |
| Structured viva | 10 min | 10 | |
| Total Marks | 100 | ||
Assessment tools
*SEQ= Structured Essay Question, MCQ= Multiple Choice Questions, SBA = Single Best Answer, OSPE =Objective Structured Practical Examination, Viva Voce Examination