Gaming Technologies for Anatomy Education
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We report on a project which is exploring how the technology and language of computer games can be used to create novel resources for anatomy education. We present our experiences of developing a simple anatomy game, with an emphasis on software development issues, and offer this as a case study for those wishing to create 3D educational content within an academic context.
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