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Assessing interdisciplinary education in U.S. dental hygiene programs.

L Holt1, K Bray, B Mayberry

  • 1UMKC School of Dentistry, Division of Dental Hygiene, 650 East 25th Street, Kansas City, MO 64108, USA. holtla@umkc.edu

Journal of Allied Health
|January 9, 2001
PubMed
Summary

Dental hygiene programs show interest in interdisciplinary education, but implementation is limited due to resource constraints and varied interpretations of the term. Educators believe it benefits students, yet few curricula currently include it.

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Area of Science:

  • Dental Hygiene Education
  • Curriculum Development
  • Interprofessional Education

Background:

  • Interdisciplinary education is increasingly recognized for its potential to enhance healthcare training.
  • Its specific role and implementation within dental hygiene curricula require further examination.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To examine the role of interdisciplinary education in dental hygiene programs.
  • To identify factors influencing its implementation and educators' perceptions.
  • To explore perceived validity and barriers to interdisciplinary education.

Main Methods:

  • A 36-item questionnaire was distributed to directors of 216 U.S. dental hygiene programs.
  • Data collected included program demographics, participation in interdisciplinary activities, and attitudes.

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  • Response rate was 63% (n=136).

    • Main Results:

    • 31% of programs reported interdisciplinary activities; 15% included both clinical and didactic components.
    • Student participation was minimal, primarily in didactic coursework.
    • 74% of respondents believed students should participate in interdisciplinary experiences.
    • Lack of resources and time were cited as primary barriers.
    • Inconsistent interpretation of 'interdisciplinary' was noted.

    Conclusions:

    • Dental hygiene educators recognize the value of interdisciplinary education for students.
    • Significant barriers, including resource limitations and definitional ambiguity, hinder its integration.
    • Further research and standardized definitions are needed to facilitate effective implementation.