Article
Veterinary Sciences
James Fairs, Anne Conan, Kathleen Yvorchuk-St Jean, Wade Gingerich, Nicole Abramo, Diane Stahl, Carly Walters, Elpida Artemiou
Summary: In recent years, there has been a growing focus on small-animal dentistry training for veterinary students to bridge the gap between dental skill training and employer expectations. This study compared the effectiveness of high-fidelity models and video instruction in teaching canine dental skills to third-year veterinary students. The results showed that the model-based training group outperformed the video instruction group in skill acquisition and confidence improvement.
VETERINARY SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Leon R. de Bruin
Summary: This qualitative study explored the practices of instrumental music educators in secondary schools in Melbourne, Australia during the COVID-19 outbreak, focusing on teacher perspectives on online music tuition. The findings revealed educational approaches that emphasized connection, empathy, and relationship-building through musical experience, aiming to foster student autonomy and commitment to music making. Analyzing teachers' pedagogical practices in the context of remote learning provides insights into stimulating long-term interest in music education.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Dentistry, Oral Surgery & Medicine
Ruby Long, Arindam Dutta, Matthew M. B. Thomas, Morgana Eli Vianna
Summary: This study evaluated the complexity of root canal treatments accepted for treatment by postgraduate training grades at Cardiff University Dental Hospital using different scoring systems. The results showed that the complexity level varied when evaluated using different systems. Factors such as endodontic treatment history, post treatment disease, and quality of root filling contributed to the differences in scores among the systems.
INTERNATIONAL ENDODONTIC JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Julia Gaertner, Lisa Bussenius, Kristina Schick, Sarah Prediger, Martina Kadmon, Pascal O. Berberat, Sigrid Harendza
Summary: This study developed and validated a short instrument to assess undergraduate medical students' communication and interpersonal skills in videographed history taking situations with simulated patients. The results showed that the instrument had good reliability and validity, and it can be used for quick assessment of physicians' communication and interpersonal skills.
PATIENT EDUCATION AND COUNSELING
(2022)
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Mollie A. Ruben, Morgan D. Stosic, Jessica Correale, Danielle Blanch-Hartigan
Summary: Digital technology has provided new ways for human social connections, but the impact of technology on accurately recognizing and utilizing nonverbal behavior cues is not well understood. Studies found that active technology users self-reported better nonverbal decoding skills, but performed worse on objective tests; passive users, on the other hand, performed better on objective tests.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Manal Matoug-Elwerfelli, Ahmed Abdou, Wejdan Almutairi, Malak Alhuthayli, Shaikhah Aloyaynaa, Rahaf Almohareb
Summary: This study compared the use of stainless steel hand instruments and engine-driven rotary instruments in endodontic treatment and found that rotary instrumentation techniques can reduce instrumentation and obturation related endodontic mishaps.
Review
Nursing
Philip Hardie, Andrew Darley, Lisa Langan, Attracta Lafferty, Suzi Jarvis, Catherine Redmond
Summary: This systematic scoping review aims to examine and synthesize the available literature on developing interpersonal and communication skills in general nursing preceptorship education programs.
NURSE EDUCATION IN PRACTICE
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Azhar Iqbal, Kiran Kumar Ganji, Osama Khattak, Deepti Shrivastava, Kumar Chandan Srivastava, Bilal Arjumand, Thani AlSharari, Ali Mosfer A. Alqahtani, May Othman Hamza, Ahmed Abu El Gasim AbdelrahmanDafaalla
Summary: This study evaluated the effectiveness of E-learning-assisted videos in improving the preclinical skills acquisition of dental students. The results showed that students who used E-learning-assisted videos demonstrated higher competency levels in skills acquisition.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Veterinary Sciences
Karolina Brunius Enlund, Ebba Jennolf, Ann Pettersson
Summary: Veterinarian communication skills are crucial in animal practice, but a paternalistic communication style is still common. The study found that veterinarians mainly relied on asking questions, giving information, and persuasive talk, with minimal attempts to involve the client. This highlights the potential benefits of introducing Motivational Interviewing (MI) to improve veterinary communication and adherence to medical recommendations.
FRONTIERS IN VETERINARY SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Dentistry, Oral Surgery & Medicine
Gilbert Jorquera, Juan Pablo Sanchez, Camila S. Sampaio, Pablo Atria, Eduardo Fernandez
Summary: This study demonstrates the potential benefits of using digital CAD/CAM technology and assisted training software in evaluating and improving student skills in preclinical and clinical settings. By analyzing 30 dental preparation models, it was found that the software could identify errors made by students during biomechanical preparation, with most preparations meeting specified parameters. The study highlights the advantages of digital technology in teaching.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF DENTAL EDUCATION
(2021)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Beverly W. Henry, Danica Billingsly, Derryl E. Block, Joseph Ehrmann
Summary: The researchers developed and tested a valid and reliable checklist for assessing interpersonal skills in telehealth, which can help evaluate clinician competence and tailor learning activities across disciplinary roles.
EVALUATION & THE HEALTH PROFESSIONS
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Eisha Imran, Necdet Adanir, Zohaib Khurshid
Summary: The use of haptic and virtual reality technologies in dental education has revolutionized teaching methods by allowing students to interact with digital simulations to learn treatment skills and gain confidence. This approach also aids in material conservation, teacher-controlled student assessments, and creating a safe learning environment for participants.
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2021)
Review
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Jie Ding
Summary: This article discusses the limited interactional competence of students in English as a foreign language contexts, especially in China, compared to their grammatical and structural competence. It highlights the urgent need to develop interpersonal interaction skills through appropriate strategies by EFL teachers. The article provides an overview of nine key interpersonal communication skills/strategies in L2 education, along with their definitions, theories, and outcomes in aural skills. Additionally, it offers implications, research gaps, and suggestions for future research in this area.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Education & Educational Research
Yasmin Mohamed Yousry, Maha Moussa Azab
Summary: This study compares the learning environments created through hybrid learning and distance learning in delivering a paediatric dentistry course, and explores the correlation between the created learning environment and students' satisfaction. The results show that hybrid learning creates a superior learning environment and satisfaction is correlated with the learning environment.
BMC MEDICAL EDUCATION
(2022)
Article
Dentistry, Oral Surgery & Medicine
Christina DiBona Pastan, Allison Leigh Mc Donough, Matthew Finkelman, Juliette C. Daniels
Summary: This study examined the prevalence of impostor feelings in first-year dental students and explored the potential of mindfulness practice as a tool to cope with these feelings. The results showed that impostor feelings were common among first-year dental students and that mindfulness practice could potentially mitigate these feelings.
JOURNAL OF DENTAL EDUCATION
(2022)