| Seq #135 | Friday, March 23, 2007 | |||||||||||||||||||||||
| 9:00 AM-10:30 AM Ernest N. Morial Convention Center 299, Hands-on Workshop | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Using 3D Simulation Models in Education and Research | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Sponsored by: Education Research | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Description: Global interest is intensifying to use “high-level” virtual reality (VR) routines with haptics (force feedback systems) and 3D modeling for simulation in dental education and research. Needs in dental education are driven by potential efficiency in preclinical training, sophisticated feedback to learners, and accelerated transitions into patient care. This workshop will provide hands-on opportunities to: (a) see and feel 3D models, (b) use real-time rendering software; and (c) create, manipulate and simulate biologic events and dental procedures focusing on preclinical laboratory procedures for teaching/learning. To eliminate financial barriers to access using these tools, applications use sophisticated but low-cost software, operate on standard tablet PCs, provide web-based options, and do not require complicated training. This workshop offers interested investigators the opportunity to try the technology, connect with the VR project individuals, join the current working group, and help to foster a global research working network (VR “Collaboratory”). The 90-minute workshop is designed to allow participants to “test drive” the application described above. At the conclusion, the workshop participants will be involved in a 30-minute question and answer session about their experiences, ideas, and future roles in the Collaboratory. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Chairperson: S. GRAYDEN | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
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