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iEXCEL Academy
The iEXCEL Academy started as an on-premises training program for learning 3D modeling and designs. This academy has been expanded to include virtual learning modules, learning resources, and experiential learning collaborations.
The iEXCEL Academy is a learning resource that is designed to help you learn about the iEXCEL program. The iEXCEL Academy is a learning resource that is designed to help you learn about the iEXCEL program. The iEXCEL Academy is a learning resource that is designed to help you learn about the iEXCEL program.
A cloud hosted, scalable, and completely isolated infrastructure to offer experiential learning resources from UNMC's iEXCEL Program.
Specialized Learning Modules, these modules include interactive videos, simulations, and games that help students visualize and understand complex concepts. The development of these modules requires collaboration between educators, instructional designers, and subject-matter-experts.
Project Design UI/UX Image CDN Cloud Hosted Analytics Video Processing Azure Cognitive Services ADA Compliance Scan User Management Advanced Charting Web Analytics LMS
Angular Material Angular Bootstrap Azure Static Web Apps Azure Communication Services Asp.NET Azure SQL Server Azure Secure Enclave BitMovin Streaming Services MSFT Identity Azure Insights Bicep Azure API Gateway Redis Cache SignalR MongoDB CosmosDB Azure SQL
Scope of work
The iEXCEL Academy was founded in 2021 by the University of Nebraska Medical Center. The academy is a platform that provides resources, collaborative learning modules, interactive videos, and simulations that aid students & healthcare professionals to visualize and understand complex concepts.
The iEXCEL Academy started as a highly successful onsite workshop at the Davis Global Center. The Academy has evolved into a digital platform that provides resources, collaborative learning modules, interactive videos, and simulations that aid students & healthcare professionals to visualize and understand complex concepts.
The iEXCEL Academy is a developing platform for learning and development. We are dedicated to providing the best in class experiential learning experience for healthcare professionals and students.
Research
- Status Quo Research
- Requirements Document
- Project Scope
UX Design
- Wireframes
- User Flow
- Feature Requests
MVP Build
- Angular App
- API Gateway
- Azure Services
Experiential Learning
What is Experiential Learning?
Experiential learning is a process of learning through experience and reflection. It emphasizes the central role that experience plays in the learning process, with students engaging in hands-on activities rather than just listening to lectures or reading materials.
This approach follows a four-stage cycle developed by David Kolb:
- Concrete Experience - Engaging in a new experience or situation
- Reflective Observation - Reviewing and reflecting on the experience
- Abstract Conceptualization - Drawing conclusions and learning from the experience
- Active Experimentation - Planning and trying out what was learned
How iEXCEL Academy Supports This Approach
The iEXCEL Academy platform is specifically designed to facilitate experiential learning in healthcare education through:
Interactive Simulations
Virtual environments that allow students to practice procedures and decision-making in risk-free settings, providing concrete experiences that would be difficult to access otherwise.
3D Visualization Tools
Advanced models that help students understand complex anatomical structures and physiological processes that would be difficult to observe in traditional learning environments.
Guided Reflection Prompts
Structured activities that encourage learners to think critically about their experiences and connect them to theoretical concepts.
Collaborative Learning Spaces
Virtual environments where healthcare professionals can share insights, discuss case studies, and learn from each other's experiences.
Benefits for Healthcare Education
Enhanced Retention
Research shows that experiential learning leads to significantly higher knowledge retention compared to traditional teaching methods, which is critical in healthcare education.
Skill Development
Students can practice and refine clinical skills in a safe environment before applying them to real patients, building confidence and competence.
Critical Thinking
Experiential learning encourages students to analyze situations, make decisions, and solve problems—essential skills for healthcare professionals.
Research & Design
The mission of the iEXCEL Academy is to provide a platform for learning and development. We are dedicated to providing the best in class experiential learning experience for healthcare professionals and students.
The project scope was used to create wireframes and a user flow for the app. The wireframes were used to create a feature list and a plan for the MVP build.
A Learning Resource
The iEXCEL Academy is a learning resource that is designed to help you learn about the iEXCEL program. The iEXCEL Academy is a learning resource that is designed to help you learn about the iEXCEL program. The iEXCEL Academy is a learning resource that is designed to help you learn about the iEXCEL program.
Experiential Design
The iEXCEL Program is founded on experiential learning, and we have taken these principals and applied them to web design and course development. Every aspect of the iEXCEL Academy is meant to be immersive and engaging to learners at all levels.
Learning Modules
UNMC's iEXCEL Program comprises teams of faculty, staff, visual artists, and learning designers who are dedicated to creating innovative learning experiences. The iEXCEL Academy uses these resources to create custom learning modules that are both engaging and educational.
Visualization Library
The iEXCEL Academy features a robust visualization library that can be utilized as an experiential learning resource. The library includes 3D models, animations, and interactive learning tools that can be used to enhance the learning experience.