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Pilot study implementing mixed media and animation into the Preclinical Dental Anesthesia Course.
Bernadette Alvear Fa1, Michael A Interrante2, Daniel M Castagna1
1Department of Preventive and Restorative Dentistry, University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry, San Francisco, California, USA.
Journal of Dental Education
|May 23, 2020
Summary
Dental students preferred innovative mixed-media assessments combining live video and animation in preclinical local anesthesia courses. This engaging approach enhanced learning and assessment methods for dental education.
Area of Science:
- Dental Education
- Anesthesiology
- Medical Simulation
Background:
- The preclinical local anesthesia curriculum at the University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry, was enhanced in 2019.
- A novel approach merged live video with dynamic animation for educational content delivery.
Purpose of the Study:
- To introduce an innovative mixed-media teaching method using animation and live video in preclinical dental anesthesia.
- To assess student perceptions of this new educational approach through voluntary postassessment surveys.
Main Methods:
- Developed short videos integrating live-action footage with animation for curriculum delivery.
- Utilized online assessments incorporating this mixed-media format.
- Collected student feedback via voluntary postassessment surveys.
Main Results:
- 78.6% of students desired more assessments featuring integrated animation and mixed media.
- 77% of students supported the use of mixed-media assessments in other courses.
Conclusions:
- The pilot study successfully implemented a unique mixed-media and animation approach in preclinical dental anesthesia.
- This innovative method engaged students and was perceived positively as an enhancement to the curriculum.
