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Teaching Medical Terminology Using Word-Matching Games

Amy L. Nuetzman, MA; Yalchin Abdullaev, MD

  • The Journal of Continuing Education in Nursing
  • July 2012 - Volume 43 · Issue 7: 297-298
  • DOI: 10.3928/00220124-20120621-04
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Abstract

The use of word-matching games for classroom teaching of medical terminology to nursing and other health sciences students is described. Students work in small groups and match cards containing medical terms to cards containing their English translation. This approach encourages student-centered active learning and employs multiple modes of learning, including visual, auditory, kinesthetic, and text-based styles.

AUTHORS

Ms. Nuetzman is Assistant Director, Teaching & Learning Center, University of Oregon, Eugene, Oregon. Dr. Abdullaev is Instructor, Nursing Program, Pioneer Pacific College, Springfield, Oregon.

The authors have disclosed no potential conflicts of interest, financial or otherwise.

E-mail: yabdullaev@yahoo.com

doi: 10.3928/00220124-20120621-04

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