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Learning experience in endodontics: Brazilian students' perceptions.

Marilia O S Seijo¹, Efigênia F Ferreira, Antônio P Ribeiro Sobrinho

¹Department of Operative Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Rua Carangola 62/101, Santo Antônio, Belo Horizonte, MG, Brazil. r.c.martins@uol.com.br

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Student perceptions are crucial for assessing academic program quality. This study highlights key factors influencing endodontic teaching effectiveness, including patient-related issues and training quality, to enhance dental education.

Keywords:

Brazil dental students endodontics endodontics education

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Dental Education
Endodontics
Medical Pedagogy

Background:

Student perceptions are vital for evaluating academic program quality.
Understanding student experiences in endodontic teaching is essential for curriculum improvement.

Purpose of the Study:

To evaluate Brazilian dental students' learning experiences in endodontic teaching.
To identify factors affecting endodontic education quality from a student perspective.

Main Methods:

A structured questionnaire was administered to 126 undergraduate dental students.
Data collection focused on opinions regarding learning, time, difficulties, treatment quality, techniques, and suggestions.
Quantitative and qualitative data analysis was performed on 91% of returned questionnaires.

Main Results:

Student feedback identified patient absences/delays and patient selection as significant challenges.
Preclinical and clinical training, technical difficulties, and teaching methods were key areas for improvement.
Teacher orientation and the teacher-student relationship were highlighted as influential factors.

Conclusions:

Student perceptions offer valuable insights into endodontic course development.
Addressing identified issues can enhance the quality of endodontic teaching and overall dental education.
Incorporating student feedback is key to improving the teacher-student relationship and educational outcomes.