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Library support for problem-based learning: an algorithmic approach.

Nighat Ispahany1, Kathren Torraca, Marina Chilov

  • 1Augustus C. Long Health Sciences Library, Columbia University, New York, NY 10032, USA. mz84@columbia.edu

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Academic libraries can enhance dental education by teaching information navigation skills. This approach integrates crucial database search techniques into problem-based learning for better clinical problem-solving.

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Area of Science:

  • Health Sciences Librarianship
  • Dental Education
  • Curriculum Development

Background:

  • Academic health sciences libraries play a vital role in supporting problem-based learning (PBL) curricula.
  • Integrating information literacy into medical and dental education is essential for developing competent practitioners.
  • Traditional library support may not fully address the specific needs of PBL within specialized fields like dentistry.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe an approach for integrating information navigation skills into a dental school's pathophysiology course.
  • To enhance the problem-based learning component of the dental curriculum through targeted library support.
  • To equip second-year dental students with effective database search techniques for clinical case analysis.

Main Methods:

  • Development and implementation of a 'Library Toolkit' for a second-year dental pathophysiology course.
  • Introduction of an algorithmic approach to guide students in finding answers to clinical case questions.
  • Focus on teaching information navigation and database search strategies within small group discussions.
  • Incorporation of elements of Evidence-Based Practice tailored to the PBL context.

Main Results:

  • Students were guided through a structured process for identifying and accessing relevant information resources.
  • The toolkit facilitated the application of specific database search techniques to address clinical scenarios.
  • The approach emphasized practical skills in information retrieval over theoretical knowledge of Evidence-Based Practice.
  • Positive reception of the integrated approach by students and faculty is anticipated.

Conclusions:

  • Academic health sciences libraries can effectively support PBL in dental education by teaching information navigation skills.
  • An algorithmic approach within a Library Toolkit can enhance students' ability to find answers to clinical problems.
  • This model demonstrates a practical method for integrating essential research skills into the dental school curriculum.
  • Further evaluation is recommended to assess the long-term impact on clinical reasoning and Evidence-Based Practice adoption.