The animation shows the interaction of actin, myosin, tropomyosin, ATP, Ca, Mg and troponin. The animation panel can run continuously to repeatedly show the events. A definitions panel provides a key to the molecules involved in this complex process of skeletal muscle contraction. It can be downloaded and played as a standalone. This animation of cross-bridge formation and sliding filaments graphically shows the molecules involved.
Content Quality
Rating:
Strengths:
(5) (5) = 5
Well organized and easy to navigate.
Thorough coverage of relevant concepts
Listing of all molecules of relevance
Concerns:
Ability to control speed, ability to enlarge image, and links to text description of molecules would be helpful
Potential Effectiveness as a Teaching Tool
Rating:
Strengths:
(4) (5) = 4.5
Quizzes provide students with additional information when answers are incorrect.
Helps students identify basic concepts.
Ease of Use for Both Students and Faculty
Rating:
Strengths:
(5) (4) = 4.5
Clear, logical, and easy to use interface.
Has appropriate vocabulary terms that are clearly defined Key and linked directly to glossary with audio pronunciation files.
Interactive (to a degree)
Creative Commons:
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