The development of a virtual learning environment in genetic syndromes

PURPOSE: to develop a virtual learning environment (VLE) for elementary school students about genetic syndromes. METHOD: VLE, known as Cybertutor enables student learning through the Internet interactively. The methodology of this study consisted of two stages, the development and availability of the VLE. The development of educational content, graphic and audiovisual Cybertutor's counted on the help of a geneticist at the HRAC/USP and scientific information available in books, articles, thesis and national and international dissertations. The Cybertutor was available on the platform of the Young Doctor Project (http://www.jovemdoutor.org.br/jdr/) by the technical staff of DTM/FMUSP. RESULTS: elaborated Cybertutor enabled the structure of educational content, graphics and audiovisual topics, to insert reinforcing issues, mailing list and check the performance of students. CONCLUSION: the VLE developed can be an important tool for health education in Genetic Syndromes, covering various regions of the country.

Genetics; Health Education; Education; Distance