About Jason
Dr. Martin is an assistant professor in the Department of Biomedical Sciences at Colorado State University. He directs the development of the DVM anatomy curriculum and has dedicated over a decade to veterinary anatomy education at CSU. His teaching spans a variety of courses, including Applied Food and Fiber Animal Anatomy, Domestic Animal Gross Anatomy, Domestic Animal Gross Anatomy Dissection, Case Based Discussion of Anatomy, and Functional Anatomy. He is particularly concerned with ensuring students have a strong anatomical foundation to support clinical training and professional applications.
Dr. Martin's research focuses on the development and application of anatomical learning resources, with an emphasis on using data-driven instructional design to empower students for their academic and professional careers. He employs a mixed-methods approach to explore how qualitative learning variables intersect with quantitative measures. His work has investigated the use of both traditional cadaveric dissection and emerging technologies—such as web-based software platforms, virtual reality, and 3D printed models—to enhance learning outcomes.
Dr. Martin's educational research aims to support undergraduate, graduate, and veterinary students by enhancing the practical application of anatomy education. His work focuses on the strategic and efficient combination of cadaveric and digital learning resources to help students achieve precise and confident professional behaviors. He explores the relationship between a learner's mental perception of learning gross anatomy and their ability to recall and apply anatomical concepts. This research directly informs his teaching philosophy and supports a global effort to prepare students to be lifelong learners of animal science and veterinary medicine.