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Dental student assessment of learning programmes.

D J Lamb1, J Godfrey

  • 1Department of Restorative Dentistry, School of Clinical Dentistry, University of Sheffield, UK. d.lamb@sheffield.ac.uk

European Journal of Dental Education : Official Journal of the Association for Dental Education in Europe
|April 29, 1999
PubMed
Summary

Computer-assisted learning (CAL) and booklet case studies are both valuable teaching tools for dental students. While computer-proficient students preferred CAL, both formats were seen as supplementary to traditional methods.

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Area of Science:

  • Medical Education
  • Digital Learning Technologies

Background:

  • Case-study-based teaching programs are integral to dental education.
  • Evaluating the comparative efficacy and user preference of different delivery formats is crucial for optimizing learning experiences.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To compare computer-assisted learning (CAL) and traditional booklet formats of case-study programs.
  • To assess relevance, accessibility, role in the teaching-learning process, and user preference for both formats.

Main Methods:

  • A cross-over study design involving 54 fifth-year dental students at Sheffield Dental School.
  • Students were grouped by computer proficiency (novice vs. proficient) and randomly assigned to test CAL or booklet formats first.
  • Questionnaire assessments were conducted immediately after use and two weeks later to evaluate preference and teaching value.

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Main Results:

  • Both CAL and booklet formats were deemed relevant to clinical practice and at an appropriate educational level.
  • Computer-assisted learning (CAL) packages were completed more quickly by all students.
  • A majority of computer-proficient students preferred the CAL format, considering it a superior teaching medium.

Conclusions:

  • Both CAL and booklet case-study materials are valuable supplementary resources, not replacements for existing teaching methods.
  • Computer experience influenced format preference but not the ability to access the learning medium.
  • CAL and booklet case studies are best utilized for tutorial preparation, clinical readiness, and as revision aids.