Evaluating the Educational Impact of Video Tutorials on Coproparasitological Diagnostic Techniques in Veterinary Parasitology: A Cross-Sectional Study
2025
Yazmin Alcala-Canto | Juan Antonio Figueroa-Castillo
(1) Background: Coproparasitological techniques are fundamental in veterinary medicine for diagnosing intestinal parasitic infections and form a core part of clinical training. Due to their procedural nature, teaching these techniques can benefit from scalable, visual tools that support skill acquisition and self-directed learning. This study aimed to evaluate the impact of instructional videos on students’ understanding and perceptions of coproparasitological methods. (2) Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted with 110 veterinary students who viewed instructional videos covering 11 coproparasitological techniques. Their knowledge was assessed using a 17-item multiple-choice exam. Additionally, a structured opinion questionnaire was used to gather student feedback on the clarity and usefulness of the videos. (3) Results: Fourteen of the seventeen exam items were answered correctly by more than 80% of participants, with one item reaching 96.4% accuracy. Regarding perceptions, 94% of students rated the videos as “very clear”, and 94% as “very useful”, highlighting strong acceptance and satisfaction. (4) Conclusions: Instructional videos significantly supported students’ comprehension and were perceived as effective learning tools. Their integration into veterinary parasitology curricula is recommended to reinforce technical training, improve learning outcomes, and address limitations in access to hands-on instruction, especially in resource-constrained educational settings. Overall, instructional videos represent a valuable strategy to strengthen practical competencies in veterinary parasitology education.
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