Development and evaluation of the active learning game "Who Am I?-Cellular Signal Transduction Edition": the positive impact on undergraduate education

Author(s)

de Oliveira, Kenia M. ; Fernandes, Ana Clara de G. ; Soares, Gabriela M. ; da Silva Jr, Joel Alves ; Carneiro, Everardo M. ; Barbosa, Helena C. L.

• Document type: Journal article
• Source: ADVANCES IN PHYSIOLOGY EDUCATION; v. 48, n. 4, p. 8-pg., 2024-12-01.

Abstract

The teaching of physiology plays a crucial role in the education of health care professionals. However, traditional approaches to physiology classes in undergraduate health courses in Brazil often result in passive student participation. Research has shown that active methodologies are more effective in the learning process. In this study, we introduce the game "Who Am I?-Cellular Signal Transduction Edition" as an educational tool. This game follows a popular format with well-known rules and aims to enhance understanding of basic concepts related to hormones, cell signaling, and the functioning of the endocrine system. Our findings demonstrate that the game improves student knowledge and fosters enthusiasm and active engagement among participants. Additionally, student feedback has indicated a high level of appreciation for the game. By incorporating active learning strategies and a gamified approach, "Who Am I?-Cellular Signal Transduction Edition" provides a practical and enjoyable way of teaching physiology. This innovative educational tool has the potential to revolutionize physiology instruction. Demonstrating significant improvement in students' understanding, the game underscores its efficacy in enhancing knowledge acquisition and comprehension of cellular signaling and endocrine physiology topics. (AU)

• FAPESP's process: 20/03956-1 - Investigation of the involvement of the microbiota-intestine-brain axis in the etiology of endocrine pancreatic dysfunction in mice subjected to protein malnutrition
• Grantee: Kênia Moreno de Oliveira
• Support Opportunities: Scholarships in Brazil - Doctorate
• FAPESP's process: 18/26080-4 - Characterization of molecular and functional mechanisms involved in endocrine-metabolic, cardiovascular and neural dysfunctions induced by the restriction of amino acids in vitro and in vivo: possible therapeutic role of bile acid TUDCA
• Grantee: Everardo Magalhães Carneiro
• Support Opportunities: Research Projects - Thematic Grants
• FAPESP's process: 21/11189-3 - Role of KSRP in post-transcriptional regulation and beta cell function in INS-1E lineage and pancreatic islet
• Grantee: Helena Cristina de Lima Barbosa
• Support Opportunities: Regular Research Grants
• FAPESP's process: 21/02734-8 - In vitro and in vivo analysis of the mechanism of action of Tauroursodeoxycholic Acid (TUDCA) on the pancreatic alpha cell morphofunction and on the glucagon counter-regulatory response in a model of malnutrition associated with obesity.
• Grantee: Joel Alves da Silva Junior
• Support Opportunities: Scholarships in Brazil - Doctorate