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Exploring gamified learning for inculcating patient safety concepts in dentistry: A mixed-methods study.
Yi Lin Song1,2,3, Lean Heong Foo1,3,4, Meng Ann Marianne Ong1,3,4
1National Dental Research Institute Singapore, National Dental Centre, Singapore, Singapore.
Summary
Gamified learning significantly improved patient safety knowledge for new dentists. This innovative approach shows promise for enhancing dental education and clinical practice safety.
Area of Science:
- Dental Education
- Patient Safety
- Gamification in Healthcare
Background:
- Newly graduated dentists often lack sufficient knowledge of patient safety goals upon entering practice.
- While gamified media benefits clinical education, its application in dental patient safety is unexplored.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the value of gamified learning in teaching patient safety concepts to dentists.
- To assess the impact of a gamified intervention on dental professionals' patient safety knowledge.
Main Methods:
- A mixed-methods study involving general dentists with ≤5 years of experience.
- Pre/post-knowledge assessments, gamified learning intervention with clinical scenarios, and post-intervention surveys and focus group interviews were utilized.
Main Results:
- Significant improvement in patient safety knowledge test scores post-intervention.
- Qualitative feedback was predominantly positive, highlighting benefits and suggesting areas for improvement.
Conclusions:
- Gamified learning is a valuable tool for enhancing patient safety knowledge in dental professionals.
- Further development and funding of the gamified learning prototype could yield greater educational benefits.
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