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Table 3 Mean ratings of medical studentsprofile questions in VM group using a Five-Point Likert-style Scale With 1 = strongly Disagree and 5 = strongly Agree

From: Virtual microscopy system at Chinese medical university: an assisted teaching platform for promoting active learning and problem-solving skills

Survey question

Mean ± SD

1. I am interested in subject of the VM course

4.4 ± 0.5

2. The virtual microscope is facilitated and convenient to learn histology.

4.2 ± 1.0

3. The design of the modules keeps me focused on the subject matter

3.8 ± 1.2

4. The navigation of the slides is easy to select specific content

4.6 ± 0.7

5. The graphics and animations are appropriate and relevant to the content

3.5 ± 1.4

6. The graphics and animations help me in reaching the learning objectives

4.0 ± 0.8

7. The content is sufficient to master the stated learning objectives

4.1 ± 1.1

8. The content is clearly organized and easily understood

3.9 ± 1.4

9. The system accommodate multiple learning styles

4.4 ± 0.9

10. The VM system is convenient to discuss with groups and teachers.

4.6 ± 1.1

11. I felt the system functions (search function, slide list, self-test etc.) added to the interactive atlas throughout the semester made the atlas a better educational tool.

4.5 ± 1.2

12. I felt that the atlas positively affected my learning experience by making structure identification a quicker and less confusing process.

4.3 ± 1.2

13. The modules help in remediating and improving my learning and monitoring the progress of my learning

4.3 ± 1.1

14. The cases have motivated me to use additional learning resources.

4.0 ± 1.2

15. The course increases my motivation to do well in the course.

4.3 ± 1.3

16. The course encourages critical thinking at available material.

4.1 ± 1.3

17. In the VM group, I could improve my communication skills.

4.2 ± 1.0

18. The course improves my ability of active learning, confidence and researching.

4.0 ± 1.5

19. In the VM course I learned something for my dealing with patients.

4.5 ± 0.7

20. The tutor guides the VM course adequately.

3.5 ± 1.4

21. The tutor attends session and control of session for discussion is adequate.

3.7 ± 1.1

22. I consider the VM course to be important within the frame of my studies

4.1 ± 1.3

23. I consider VM course to be an effective learning style for myself.

4.5 ± 1.2

24. I achieve my learning objectives using the VM system.

4.1 ± 0.7

25. I will recommend this VM course to other students.

4.3 ± 0.7