{Reference Type}: Journal Article
{Title}: Neuropoly: An Educational Board Game to Facilitate Neurology Learning.
{Author}: Raskurazhev A;Kuznetsova P;Khizhnikova AE;Klochkov A;Bakulin I;Annushkin V;Tanashyan M;Suponeva N;Gnedovskaya E;
{Journal}: Front Syst Neurosci
{Volume}: 15
{Issue}: 0
{Year}: 2021
{Factor}: 3.785
{DOI}: 10.3389/fnsys.2021.688210
{Abstract}: Introduction: Neurology is arguably one of the most difficult subjects to teach and study in the medical curriculum. Educational games (EG) may be a valid option to enhance motivation in neurology residents. Methods: We developed an educational board game (Neuropoly) to assist in teaching neurology. We present here an overview of the game, as well as the results of a pilot study aimed at determining: (a) the efficacy of the game in teaching certain neurological concepts; and (b) student compliance and satisfaction with the EG. Results: The pre- and post-play questionnaire scores differed significantly (3.2 ± 1.7 vs. 7.8 ± 1.6, p < 0.001). Our group of residents, showing an overwhelmingly positive response, very well received the game. The questions were rated as above average regarding difficulty. Conclusion: The "Neuropoly" educational board game has been shown to be interesting, efficient, and motivational among first- and second-year neurology residents. Novel educational methods for complex medical disciplines should be developed, with board games being a viable and inexpensive approach.