ABSTRACT
Computer-Aided Amphibian Laboratory (CAAL) means that experiments can be teached any time the computer is accessible; no laboratory technical help is required to set up the lab. The learning potential using computer simulation is tremendous. The Computer Assisted Amphibian Lab (CAAL) has the technology, classes and knowledgeable staff to help students in our Developmental Education. Various Software programs sharpen their skills. Various videos related to frog dissection and rabbit gut experiments provide a better understanding of experiments. Many medical institutes have shifted to techniques which minimize sacrifice of animals. MCI has given liberal permission to use these programs and has also invited faculty to build such programs for future use. OBJECTIVES:- The objectives of this study were to assess the benefits of computer assisted learning in amphibian lab and to compare the computer assisted teaching with other teaching methodologies. Methods: Total 70 students of MBBS from Glocal Medical College, Glocal University, Saharanpur were provided a self made questionnaire regarding the feedback about Computer Assisted Amphibian Lab. All students were taken from MBBS second prof. batch 2016. Questionnaire consisted of 10 questions out of which 9 were according to Likert scale and one multiple choice question. Data was analysed manually. Results: 1) When asked about the most beneficial method for teaching in CAAL lab; 36.45% students answered that they prefer online videos related to experiment shown on computer via website. 27% students answered that they prefer chalk and talk while 25% students preferred Computer assisted learning with predesigned softwares and only 9.37% students preferred teaching with powerpoint presentation. Conclusion: CAAL is a better alternative than mere teaching in the absence of animal experiments.