Assessing Difficulties Encountered by Dental Students Studying Oral Pathology and Addressing Their Concerns
Introduction: The present scenario of Oral Pathology and Oral Histology as a subject is alarming. In spite of so many advancements in terms of books, internet and conferences there are still lacunae between the understanding and interest for the subjects in the students. It can be partly due to...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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JCDR Research and Publications Private Limited
2016-11-01
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| Series: | Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research |
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| Online Access: | https://jcdr.net/articles/PDF/8908/19184_CE(EK)_F(AK)_PF1(NEAK)_PFA(AK)_PF2(EKAK).pdf |
| Summary: | Introduction: The present scenario of Oral Pathology and
Oral Histology as a subject is alarming. In spite of so many
advancements in terms of books, internet and conferences
there are still lacunae between the understanding and interest
for the subjects in the students. It can be partly due to the fact
that the students perceive it as a non-clinical subject having a
lesser scope for practice.
Aim: The present study was aimed at evaluating the students
approach towards oral pathology department and the subject.
The purpose of the study was to analyze practical hurdles
encountered by students and to find out solutions to overcome
them.
Materials and Methods: The cross-sectional questionnaire
based study was done with BDS students of People’s Dental
Academy, Bhopal, India, to gauge the understanding of their
knowledge in the subject of Oral Pathology and Oral Histology.
Questionnaire comprised of 28 multiple choice questions under
five parameters. The data recorded was subjected to statistical
analysis using chi-square test.
Results: We found that study samples were efficient enough
in terms of following instructions related to their day to day
training. Although they were content with light microscope, they
thought that some more interactive sessions could be beneficial
for them in Oral Pathology.
Conclusion: Through our study we found out that the students
are well oriented on the whole about Oral Pathology. They
certainly encounter difficulties which are easy to handle if
proper measures are taken. We through our study would like
the readers to be aware of the changing trends in teaching and
to incorporate them routinely. |
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| ISSN: | 2249-782X 0973-709X |