Cureus
Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopaedics, Saveetha Dental College and Hospitals, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Saveetha University, Chennai, IND.
Published: December 2023
Aim The purpose of this survey was to appraise the knowledge, attitude, and practice (KAP) of dental undergraduate and postgraduate students in India towards virtual learning and provide an improved understanding of practicing this learning strategy as a complementary tool for the evolution of dental education. Materials and methods A cross-sectional, closed-ended, multiple-choice online questionnaire was distributed on a national scale to undergraduate and postgraduate dental students throughout India. The questions focused on the choice of virtual platforms, learning methods, duration of classes, mental health, pros and cons, and approach to virtual education as a complementary tool in the future. The survey was distributed in the form of a web-based link and quick-response (QR) code via various social platforms. Descriptive statistics was performed to compile the data. Results A total of 2130 students (1318 undergraduate and 812 postgraduate students) participated in the study. The study found that 81.1% of the undergraduate and 92.5% of the postgraduate students were exposed to virtual learning. Zoom and Google Meet were the most widely used platforms for online education. The most common mode of virtual learning was webinars conducted by subject faculties. Ease, comfort of access, and flexibility of time were the most common advantages, while internet connectivity issues along with negative psychological impact are a few common drawbacks. The concept of blended learning was most preferred by the students. Conclusion Undergraduate and postgraduate students showed good knowledge and a positive attitude to virtual schooling and preferred a hybrid model of instruction.
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http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10758584 | PMC |
http://dx.doi.org/10.7759/cureus.49850 | DOI Listing |
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