An arrangement for use in an interactive educational model for teaching haematopoiesis and biological processes using modular components

Abstract

The present invention relates to an educational model for teaching biological processes, focusing on haematopoiesis and extending to immunology and the cell cycle. The model, comprising movable components connected magnetically, features tactile elements, Braille textures, audio guides and a design with high colour contrast, thereby promoting accessibility and inclusion. In addition, said model provides versions tailored to different budgets, ranging from basic to advanced models, and includes an associated digital platform with interactive content. The combination of these features renders the model an innovative and inclusive solution for teaching in schools, universities and healthcare institutions.

Description

[0001] "ARRANGEMENT APPLIED IN AN INTERACTIVE EDUCATIONAL MODEL FOR TEACHING HEMATOPOIESIS AND BIOLOGICAL PROCESSES WITH MODULAR PIECES"

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[0001] The present invention relates to an educational model for teaching hematological processes to students and professionals in the health field, through an interactive modular model, consisting of movable and magnetically connected parts, representing the phases of the hematopoietic process.

[0003] Application Area:

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[0002] Biomedical education, focusing on teaching hematological processes to students and professionals in the health field.

[0005] Context and Motivation

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[0003] The creation aims to overcome the limitations of conventional teaching methods that use diagrams or static models to explain complex processes, such as hematopoiesis. The difficulty in understanding these processes limits learning and knowledge retention by students; therefore, the present object aims to facilitate the use and understanding of the study.

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[0004] Hematopoiesis is the process of blood cell formation, which involves cell division, differentiation, and maturation. The word hematopoiesis comes from the Greek haime, which means "blood".

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[0005] Hematopoiesis is fundamental to human life, as blood cells have a limited lifespan and need to be constantly renewed.

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[0006] Hematopoiesis is regulated by growth factors and cell-cell interactions. The study of hematopoiesis is important for understanding blood cell dysfunctions and for the development of treatments for hematological diseases. The Product

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[0007] The developed format is innovative, combining visual and tactile elements, allowing students not only to visualize the hematopoiesis process but also to manipulate and interact directly with the components. This accelerates learning quickly and effectively, creating a practical and engaging experience. Combined with a magnetic and didactic design, the project sparks curiosity and facilitates the understanding of complex concepts, transforming teaching into something more dynamic and accessible. Through a modular physical model that represents the stages of hematopoiesis in different materials, it allows for hands-on manipulation, facilitating visual and tactile learning. The pieces are movable and magnetically connected, reproducing each phase of the process in detail.

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[0008] The "Didactic Enneagram of Hematopoiesis" is a model that represents, in detail at this comparative size, the stages of cell differentiation within the hematopoiesis process. Using magnetized biscuit pieces (cells), positioned on a zinc plate, allowing the "cells" to be manipulated and arranged along the enneagram.

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[0009] Creating an intuitive geometric representation that guides the user through the phases of cell development. Each cell is modeled in specific proportions, highlighting essential characteristics such as chromatin density, the presence of a nucleus, staining, granules, and other details important for understanding morphological transformations.

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[0010] The present invention incorporates additional elements aimed at increasing the accessibility and scope of learning, including: 1. Tactile Elements and Braille Textures: The model's parts feature differentiated textures and braille inscriptions, facilitating recognition by visually impaired people. These adaptations broaden the inclusion of audiences with specific needs.

[0014] 2. Interactive Prototypes for Other Biological Processes: In addition to hematopoiesis, the model has been expanded to include processes such as immunology (cellular structures of the immune system) and the cell cycle (cell division and differentiation). These additions promote integrated learning across various areas of biology.

[0015] 3. Audio Guides: To assist users with low vision or blindness, audio guides have been integrated into the model. They provide detailed descriptions and interactive guidance on the steps of the processes represented.

[0016] 4. High Color Distinction Design: The model adopts contrasting colors, optimized for users with color blindness or mild visual impairments, ensuring that all visual information is easily identifiable.

[0017] 5. Complementary Digital Platform: A digital platform was developed that offers supporting content, such as explanatory and interactive videos. This platform provides an even richer and more engaging learning experience.

[0018] Adaptations for Different Budgets:

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[0011] The project was adapted to meet different financial demands, offering:

[0020] 1. Simplified Versions: Lower cost, aimed at institutions or individuals seeking basic solutions. 2. Complete Versions: High-quality materials and advanced technology, designed to meet the needs of institutions with larger budgets.

[0021] Advantages

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[0012] This resource aims to facilitate hands-on learning, where the user can observe in three dimensions the cellular differences that occur at each stage of hematopoiesis and gain a better understanding of biological systems. This practical and visual approach is especially useful for understanding hematological diagnoses, providing a richer and more accessible learning experience. The project has already been well received in academic settings, where it has sparked the interest of professors and specialists, who have emphasized the importance of such a resource for teaching hematology.

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[0013] Educational: Ease of understanding and greater knowledge retention (up to 30% more efficiency in preliminary studies).

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[0014] Economical: Affordable production cost and reusability.

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[0015] Environmental: Sustainable materials, promoting reduced environmental impact.

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[0016] Versatility of Materials

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[0017] It can be developed in biscuit and zinc, with an adaptable design to also be produced in a variety of materials, including resin, metal, plastic and wood, depending on the need and context in which it will be used. This flexibility is fundamental to ensuring that the project can meet different demands and applications, from teaching laboratories to clinical environments.

[0028] Relevance and Purpose of the Project

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[0018] In addition to its academic and professional application, the "Didactic Enneagram of Hematopoiesis" was designed to promote more interactive learning, where the student can explore and reconfigure the model as they advance in their understanding of the subject, and can be widely used in clinics and laboratories, where patient education or the continuing education of teams is fundamental.

[0030] Target Audience:

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[0019] Students, teachers, and health professionals.

[0032] Target Market: Educational materials companies, biomedical simulation laboratories, and educational institutions.

[0033] State of the Art

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[0020] The documents analyzed indicate that, in the state of the art, there are precedents in the use of educational models, including:

[0035] 1. Static physical models representing biological processes in basic materials such as plastic and polymer clay.

[0036] 2. Lack of tactile interaction or modularity in the available models, limiting the practical and visual learning of processes such as hematopoiesis.

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[0021] No records were found that combine interactive modular representation and the use of magnetic pieces for teaching hematopoiesis and biological sciences in a three-dimensional format. According to the arguments presented, the “ARRANGEMENT APPLIED IN AN INTERACTIVE EDUCATIONAL MODEL FOR TEACHING HEMATOPOIESIS AND BIOLOGICAL PROCESSES WITH MODULAR PIECES”, in question, is characterized by being understood as an interactive modular model (1), consisting of movable pieces (2) and magnetically connected pieces (3), representing the phases of the hematopoietic process (4) and processes such as immunology (cellular structures of the immune system) and cell cycle (cell division and differentiation) (5) allowing practical and didactic manipulation, accelerating learning by integrating visual and tactile stimuli and promoting greater student engagement.Through a frame (6) designed to receive the identifiable pieces of resin or biodegradable plastic (2) and connected magnetically, by magnetization system (3), reproducing on a scale visible to the user the undifferentiated cells in bone marrow (a), blood (b) and tissue (c), enabling immediate identification, containing pluripotent cells - stem cell, myeloid (pro-erythroblast and myeloblast) and lymphoid (lymphoblast and prolymphocyte).

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[0022] The pieces have different colors and textures (

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[0040] 11) to represent morphological characteristics of cells (MC). The user will have access to an interactive digital guide accessible via QR Code for instructions on use and advanced study (12). The pieces (2-6) may have tactile elements, differentiated textures and inscriptions in braille (13), providing accessibility to users with visual impairments, also including integrated audio guides, with interactive descriptions for users with low vision or blindness, adopting a design with high color distinction, ensuring accessibility for users with color blindness or mild visual difficulties. A complementary digital platform, with interactive materials, explanatory videos and pedagogical support, is also an integral part of the project.

[0041] Operation

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[0023] The parts can be manipulated to demonstrate the different stages of hematopoiesis or biological processes.

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[0024] Modularity provides a kinesthetic experience that reinforces learning.

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[0025] The model has no similar counterpart in the current state of the art, considering its practical and interactive approach: The interactive model with moving and magnetized parts is unique and not previously described in the analyzed documents. The combination of magnetic elements, modular design, and didactic functionality results in a technical advancement not evident from existing solutions.

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[0026] The integration of magnetic elements with modularity to facilitate the learning of complex biological processes presents an innovative, non-obvious solution for technicians in the educational and biomedical fields.

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[0027] It has the potential for large-scale production, being applicable in educational and industrial environments. The proposed model can be manufactured on a large scale and applied in various educational, clinical, and laboratory contexts.

Claims

CLAIMS 1) “ARRANGEMENT APPLIED IN AN INTERACTIVE EDUCATIONAL MODEL FOR TEACHING HEMATOPOIESIS AND BIOLOGICAL PROCESSES WITH MODULAR PIECES”, characterized by an interactive modular process (1) consisting of three-dimensional movable pieces representing cells in different stages (2-3-4-5-6) and magnetically connected (7), representing the phases of the hematopoietic process (8) and processes such as immunology (cellular structures of the immune system) and cell cycle (cell division and differentiation) (9), also having a frame (10) designed to receive identifiable pieces of resin or biodegradable plastic (2-6) and magnetically connected, by a magnetization system (7), reproducing on a scale visible to the user the undifferentiated cells in the bone marrow (a), in the blood (b) and in the tissue (c), enabling immediate identification, containing pluripotent cells - stem cell, myeloid (pro-erythroblast and myeloblast) and lymphoid (lymphoblast and prolymphocyte). 2) “ARRANGEMENT APPLIED IN AN INTERACTIVE EDUCATIONAL MODEL FOR TEACHING HEMATOPOIESIS AND BIOLOGICAL PROCESSES WITH MODULAR PIECES, as per claim 1, characterized by having different colors and textures (11) to represent morphological characteristics of cells (MC). 3) “ARRANGEMENT APPLIED IN AN INTERACTIVE EDUCATIONAL MODEL FOR TEACHING HEMATOPOIESIS AND BIOLOGICAL PROCESSES WITH MODULAR PIECES”, as per claim 1, characterized by having an interactive digital guide accessible by QR Code for instructions on use and advanced study (12). 4) “ARRANGEMENT APPLIED IN AN INTERACTIVE EDUCATIONAL MODEL FOR TEACHING HEMATOPOIESIS AND BIOLOGICAL PROCESSES WITH MODULAR PIECES”, characterized by including pieces (2-6) with tactile elements, differentiated textures and inscriptions in braille (13), providing accessibility to users with visual impairments. 5) "ARRANGEMENT APPLIED IN AN INTERACTIVE EDUCATIONAL MODEL FOR TEACHING HEMATOPOIESIS AND BIOLOGICAL PROCESSES WITH MODULAR PIECES", characterized by including integrated audio guides with interactive descriptions for users with low vision or blindness. 6) "ARRANGEMENT APPLIED IN AN INTERACTIVE EDUCATIONAL MODEL FOR TEACHING HEMATOPOIESIS AND BIOLOGICAL PROCESSES WITH MODULAR PIECES", characterized by adopting a design with high color distinction, ensuring accessibility for users with color blindness or mild visual impairments. 7) "ARRANGEMENT APPLIED IN AN INTERACTIVE EDUCATIONAL MODEL FOR TEACHING HEMATOPOIESIS AND BIOLOGICAL PROCESSES WITH MODULAR PIECES", characterized by the existence of a complementary digital platform, with interactive materials, explanatory videos and pedagogical support.

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