This section of Medline Plus, sponsored by the U.S. National Library of Medicine is on the topic of eye cancers.
It contains an article Titled “What is Eye Cancer?” authored by Americal cancer society.
A brief description of anatomy and physiology of eye is also provided
It provides general information on intraocular uveal melanoma
It provides general information on retinoblastoma
In addition to overview it also contains symptoms which could point towards the diagnosis
Screening for eye cancer is also described
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After reviewing the material, the learner will be able to:
Provide an overview of eye cancer
Identify the most common intraocular cancers in adults and children
Discuss symptoms of eye cancer
Discuss diagnosis and tests for eye cancer
Discuss prevention and risk factors for eye cancer
Discuss treatment and therapies for eye cancer
Identify research based learning resources useful to understand eye cancer
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provides a complete demonstration of the concept
demonstrates a core concept grounded in the discipline
s current and relevant
is supported by appropriate research
is self-contained (can be used without requiring an
assignment or context)
provides accurate information
is flexible (can be used in several situations)
includes an adequate amount of material
summarizes the concept well
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Potential Effectiveness as a Teaching Tool
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Reinforces concepts progressively
Builds on prior concepts
Demonstrates relationships between concepts
Is easy to integrate into curriculum assignments
Is efficient (a learner can learn a lot in a short period of time
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