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EPISODE · Jul 16, 2025 · 13 MIN

Cutting Through the Controversy - The Educational Power of Dissection

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While some argue that apps and 3D models can replace animal dissection in schools, hands-on anatomical exploration still offers something digital tools can’t. In this podcast, I dive into the value of dissection for learning biology - from exploring real brain and eye tissue to examining the intricacies of turtles and lampreys. I also address the ethical debate and explain why dissection, when done thoughtfully, is a powerful tool for deep understanding.

While some argue that apps and 3D models can replace animal dissection in schools, hands-on anatomical exploration still offers something digital tools can’t. In this podcast, I dive into the value of dissection for learning biology - from exploring real brain and eye tissue to examining the intricacies of turtles and lampreys. I also address the ethical debate and explain why dissection, when done thoughtfully, is a powerful tool for deep understanding.

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While some argue that apps and 3D models can replace animal dissection in schools, hands-on anatomical exploration still offers something digital tools can’t. In this podcast, I dive into the value of dissection for learning biology - from exploring...

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