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Rebecca Tsai1, Chính Đ B Nguyễn2, Đức S M Hồ3
1Department of Restorative Dentistry and Biomaterials Sciences, Harvard School of Dental Medicine, Brookline, USA.
Objective:
Mobile Multimedia Platforms (MMPs) are prolific tools that can be used by individuals and corporations to share content. However, few studies have shown the effectiveness of MMPs as educational tools. Through this study, we aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of MMPs in improving basic dental diagnostic skills. In addition, we captured student feedback on the use of MMPs in a dental curriculum.
Method:
In this voluntary interventional study on 89 senior dental students, we created pilot learning modules through an MMP called Instagram Stories to teach dental diagnosis. We evaluated the efficacy of the modules through diagnostic tests that were given to dental students who were close to graduating.
Results:
The students showed a significant increase in diagnostic test scores from 49% to 73% (p < 0.05) after the use of an MMP. Furthermore, the students' feedback on the MMP indicated that most students found it easy and enjoyable to use.
Conclusion:
Our study data show that MMPs may be used to improve training in basic dental diagnostic skills and can serve as an adjunct teaching tool. Moreover, MMP modules can potentially enrich professional education in developing countries where access to educational resources is limited.
