North Royalton High School students are gaining a hands-on look at the human body thanks to the addition of an advanced Anatomage Table, a cutting-edge instructional tool now being used in Honors Anatomy & Physiology classes.
Often described as a life-sized, interactive tablet, the Anatomage Table allows students to explore real human anatomy in three dimensions. The table includes seven digital cadavers, each presenting unique anatomical features and conditions, giving students the ability to study the body as a whole or examine individual organs and systems in detail.
“This table gives students an experience they simply couldn’t have before,” said Beth Quirino, Honors Biology and Anatomy & Physiology teacher at North Royalton High School. “They can zoom in on organs, rotate them, make virtual incisions, remove structures, and view anatomy from multiple perspectives. It reinforces what we’re learning in class while allowing students to explore further.”
Enhancing Learning Beyond Traditional Models
The Anatomage Table complements traditional instruction rather than replacing it. For example, while studying the special senses, students dissected a cow eye in class and completed vision labs—but the table allowed them to go even further.
“Students were able to manipulate a digital human eye, adjusting light entering the pupil or changing the shape of the lens,” Quirino explained. “As they made those changes, they could immediately see the impact on vision using the Snellen eye chart. That kind of real-time visualization isn’t possible any other way, and the students were fascinated.”
Students use the table in rotating lab groups, completing guided activities while also being given time to explore independently. This structure supports curiosity-driven learning and allows students to engage with the material at their own pace.
“The Anatomage Table truly is a better source of studying because it is a very hands on tool and shows exactly every part of the body,” said senior Hope Sawyer. “For studying for a chapter test the Anatomage Table is very beneficial because it gives the best visual for learning the different parts of the body. If we are confused on a specific part of the body, the Anatomage Table helps us understand where it is as being the most realistic representation.”
“The Anatomage Table gives me a better idea of where different organs and body parts are located,” said senior Adri Vertal. “I especially found value in the tool to click on the different parts and it tells me what it is. It is a very useful tool when studying for tests because we have to identify different body parts. Another tool I found fascinating is that you can watch different simulations on the table.”
Preparing Students for Future Careers
Technology like the Anatomage Table is commonly found in colleges and medical schools, making its presence at the high school level especially meaningful.
“This is a tool many students may not encounter until much later in their academic careers—if at all,” said Quirino. “Having access to it now gives our honors anatomy and physiology students a real advantage and a clearer picture of what studying medicine or healthcare could look like.”
A Commitment to Innovation and Student Readiness
Principal Kristin Hubbell said the Anatomage Table reflects North Royalton High School’s commitment to providing innovative learning opportunities that prepare students for the future.
“Investing in advanced instructional tools like this allows our students to engage deeply with complex content and experience learning in ways that mirror real-world applications,” Hubbell said. “This technology supports our focus on STEM education and helps ensure our students are well-prepared for college and career pathways.”
While the table is currently used primarily in anatomy and physiology courses, there is potential for future expansion.
“We are still learning everything the table can do,” said Quirino. “There’s a learning curve, but we are excited to continue integrating it into our lessons and exploring its applications.”
As students continue to explore the human body in dynamic and interactive ways, the Anatomage Table is already making a lasting impact—bringing science to life and inspiring curiosity in North Royalton High School classrooms.