The course is focused on deepening practical knowledge of human anatomy through active student involvement in the demonstration and description of anatomical specimens. Students will learn to use correct anatomical terminology and develop pedagogical skills necessary for teaching anatomy to others. Emphasis is placed on independent work, accurate interpretation of anatomical relationships, and communication in an educational setting.
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Aim of the course
To deepen the knowledge of topographic and systematic anatomy through hands-on work with human anatomical specimens
To teach students how to accurately identify and describe anatomical structures
To develop students’ presentation skills and ability to lead small groups during anatomy instruction
To provide the fundamentals of didactics and ethical principles related to working with human cadaveric material
Last update: Křemen Jan, MUDr. (04.08.2025)
Course completion requirements
Attendance at the introductory seminar
Individual demonstration of a selected anatomical specimen in front of the instructor
Active participation in practical classes
Demonstration of four two-hour-long stations of own choice during the dissection classes of English Curriculum
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Literature
FIPAT. Terminologia Anatomica: International Anatomical Terminology. 2nd Edition. Thieme Medical Publishers, 2011. ISBN 9783131143624
WASCHKE, J.; BÖCKERS, T. M.; PAULSEN, F. Sobotta: Anatomy Textbook: English Edition with Latin Nomenclature. Munich: Elsevier, 2019. ISBN 9780702067600
GRIM, M.; NAŇKA, O.; HELEKAL, I. Atlas anatomie člověka I. - Atlas of Human Anatomy I: Končetiny, stěna trupu - Limbs, Body Wall. Grada, 2014. ISBN 9788024740126
GRIM, M.; NAŇKA, O.; HELEKAL, I. Atlas anatomie člověka II. - Atlas of Human Anatomy II: Hlava a krk, vnitřní orgány, neuroanatomie - Head and Neck, Internal Organs, Neuroanatomy. Grada, 2017. ISBN 9788024741567
ROHEN, J. W.; YOKOCHI, C.; LÜTJEN-DRECOLL, E. Photographic Atlas of Anatomy. 9th Edition. Philadelphia: Wolters Kluwer, 2022. ISBN 9781975151560
KOS, J.; HEŘT, J. Survey of Topographical Anatomy. Karolinum, 2014. ISBN 9788024628202
HUDÁK, R.; KACHLÍK, D.; VOLNÝ, O. Memorix Anatomy: Entire Human Anatomy in English and Latin. 3rd edition. Praha: Triton, 2024. ISBN 9788076842953
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Teaching methods
Practical hands-on work with human anatomical specimens in the dissection lab.
Individual and group demonstrations.
Peer learning and peer feedback.
Consultations with academic staff and anatomists.
Last update: Křemen Jan, MUDr. (04.08.2025)
Syllabus
Introductory seminar
Introduction to specimen handling, ethics, safety, and hygiene in the dissection room
Use of Terminologia Anatomica in anatomical demonstrations
Didactic principles in anatomy – group management and communication
Student-led demonstration and feedback
Demonstration: Muscles of the Upper Limb
Demonstration: Muscles of the Lower Limb
Demonstration: Nerves of the Limbs
Demonstration: Vessels of the Limbs
Demonstration: Topography of the Limbs
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Learning outcomes
Identify major anatomical structures on human cadaveric specimens
(Bloom: Knowledge / Remember, Comprehension)
Describe and explain topographical and functional relationships between anatomical structures
(Bloom: Comprehension / Analysis)
Demonstrate anatomical features using correct terminology from Terminologia Anatomica 2
(Bloom: Application / Communication)
Prepare and deliver an educational demonstration of anatomical specimens to a student audience
(Bloom: Synthesis / Evaluation / Communication)
Evaluate the quality of a demonstration and provide constructive peer feedback
(Bloom: Evaluation)
Follow ethical and safety standards when working with human bodies and cadaveric material
(Bloom: Attitude / Application)
Last update: Křemen Jan, MUDr. (04.08.2025)
Entry requirements
Successful completion of Structure and Function of the Human Body
Basic knowledge of Latin anatomical terminology
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
