creative and tactile depth of haptic engagement using bright colours. Each painted model becomes unique to the student, enhancing personal investment in the learning process and providing tangible outputs for reflection. Figure 1: The study-modified ORDER protocol. A cyclical iterative model of learning using observation, reflection, paint and colour application to 3D-printed models and radiographs (modified from Backhouse et al., 2017) The approach fosters inclusivity by accommodating diverse learning preferences, including Kolb’s accommodative, divergent, assimilative, and convergent modes. Moreover, collaborative painting and discussion create a supportive social learning environment where students refine ideas through peer interaction. Data were collected via focus group discussions, guided by semi-structured questions, and were analysed thematically. Contribution to the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL) The HP&C project is firmly situated within the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning. It is more than a classroom exercise; it is a research-informed innovation designed to document and evaluate both process and outcomes. Data on student engagement, spatial reasoning, and diagnostic accuracy will be collected through qualitative and quantitative methods. Key identified themes included ‘collaboration’, ‘tactile engagement’, ‘multimodal learning’, and enhanced ‘visualisation’, with participants describing the experience as ‘transformative’. The findings suggest that integrating 3D-printed models with art-based learning fosters spatial exploration in a supportive social learning environment. However, challenges remain in adapting this approach for curricular integration. The findings expand the evidence base on how art-based, tactile, and multimodal learning strategies can enhance healthcare The HP&C project is firmly situated within the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning. It is more than a classroom exercise; it is a research-informed innovation designed to document and evaluate both process and outcomes. A Journey of Innovation 28
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