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Game-Based Learning: A Pilot Educational Strategy to Foster the Learning of Endodontic Terminology.

Isabel Fernandez-Garcia¹, Paula Riaza¹, Ana Arias¹

¹Department of Conservative and Prosthetic Dentistry, School of Dentistry, Complutense University, Madrid, Spain.

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|July 18, 2025

Summary

A game-based learning strategy effectively improved endodontic terminology recall and student satisfaction. This innovative approach proved beneficial for postgraduate dental students, with results sustained over time.

Keywords:

educational gaming endodontic games game‐based learning gamingdental education

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Area of Science:

Dental Education
Endodontics
Medical Education

Background:

Endodontic terminology presents a learning challenge for postgraduate students.
Traditional learning methods may not fully engage all learners in mastering complex terminology.

Purpose of the Study:

To evaluate the effectiveness of a game-based pilot educational strategy for learning endodontic terminology.
To assess postgraduate students' satisfaction with this novel learning approach.

Main Methods:

A game-based quiz show format was implemented for 12 postgraduate Endodontology students.
Students were tested at 2 weeks, 1 month, and 1 year post-intervention.
Satisfaction was measured via a web-based survey with Likert scale and open-ended questions.

Main Results:

Students achieved high test scores and reported high satisfaction with the game-based learning strategy.
No significant differences in scores or satisfaction were found between first- and second-year students.
Test scores remained consistent across all time points, indicating sustained knowledge retention.

Conclusions:

Game-based educational strategies offer an innovative and practical method for memorizing endodontic terminology.
This approach enhances both learning outcomes and student engagement in postgraduate dental education.