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A Standardized Approach to Extra-Oral and Intra-Oral Digital Photography

A Standardized Approach to Extra-Oral and Intra-Oral Digital Photography

Published on: July 22, 2022

Educational innovations for dentistry.

J Sweet¹, J Wilson, L Pugsley

¹Postgraduate Dental Education Unit, Institute of Clinical Education, Warwick Medical School, University of Warwick, Coventry. john.sweet@warwick.ac.uk

British Dental Journal

|January 10, 2009

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This study emphasizes the need for educational theories to underpin dental education. Applying theoretical frameworks can enhance the clinical learning experience for dental students.

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A Standardized Approach to Extra-Oral and Intra-Oral Digital Photography

A Standardized Approach to Extra-Oral and Intra-Oral Digital Photography

Published on: July 22, 2022

Area of Science:

Higher Education Pedagogy
Dental Education Research

Background:

Higher education teaching and learning have evolved over four decades, influenced by various educational theories.
Initiatives to improve student educational experiences have had mixed success, as evidenced by prior research on dental chairside teaching.

Purpose of the Study:

To contextualize previous findings on dental chairside teaching within a broader theoretical framework.
To highlight the necessity of theoretical constructs underpinning clinical dental education.
To ensure an informed learning experience for all students in clinical dental education.

Main Methods:

Review and synthesis of three prior articles on dental chairside teaching.
Analysis of stakeholder perceptions, UK-wide evaluation, and collaborative tools for clinical educators.
Theoretical framing of existing data within educational constructs.

Main Results:

Previous research identified varying stakeholder perceptions and effectiveness of dental chairside teaching.
A need for collaborative practices among clinical educators was established.
The current paper integrates these findings into a theoretical context.

Conclusions:

Educational theories are crucial for effective clinical dental education.
A strong theoretical foundation can improve the learning experiences of dental students.
Integrating theory and practice is essential for advancing dental pedagogy.