「實驗動物學導論」課程的教學歷程與成果

Reforming the Teaching Process for the Course“Introduction to Experimental Animal Science”

以動物實驗模擬人類疾病模式是基礎醫學研究中不可或缺的。動物實驗在生技醫藥開發領域中是重要的一環，必須符合3R原則：替代、減量，及精緻化，但是實務上卻無法獲得足夠的訓練。本教學歷程是改革「實驗動物學導論」課程，以學生為主體的教學觀，開發創新課程、設計創新教案、錄製創新數位教材，及製作創新教具。改變舊有的全程講述上課方式，採取混成學習，增加數位學習、問題導向學習、實作、參訪，及分享座談等學習方式。課程目的在於訓練學生具有全方位之思考能力，以提升學生在動物實驗上相關知識及技術能力，培育動物實驗相關人才。

Animal experiments play a key role in medicine, biotechnology, and pharmaceutics. Utilizing animal models to simulate human diseases is crucial for basic medical research. Because animal studies necessitate adherence to the 3R principles of replacement, reduction, and refinement, adequate training opportunities are scarce. This project aimed to reform the course“Introduction to Experimental Animal Science”by focusing on student-oriented pedagogical practices and developing innovative courses, teaching plans, and digital materials; in particular, 3D printing was used to design modules on animal experiments. In addition to conventional didactic instruction, multiple teaching modes were used for providing blended learning, such as digital learning, problem-based learning, practical skills, expert lectures, and alumni sharing sessions. The objective was to equip students not only with knowledge but also with skills for comprehensive thinking and practical problem-solving, particularly in animal experimentation, making students more competitive and aware of the relationships between biotechnology, industry, and medical research.