The role of combined problem-based learning teaching methodologies in dental education

• Published in: Journal of Education and Health Promotion Vol. 13; no. 1
• Main Authors: Manas, Abhigyan, Ismail, Prabu Mahin Syed, Mohan, Rohini, Madiraju, Guna Shekhar, Mulla, Mushir, Mulla, Munaz, Babaji, Prashant
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Medknow Publications and Media Pvt. Ltd 01.10.2024
• Subjects: Education; Educational evaluation; Methods; Study and teaching; Teaching; India
• ISSN: 2277-9531
• DOI: 10.4103/jehp.jehp_1824_23

BACKGROUND: Innovative methods of teaching such as problem-based learning (PBL) and case-based learning (CBL) have shown promising results in academic understanding and application and enable one to manage their patients in a better manner. The study aimed to analyze the role of a combination of PBL and CBL teaching methodologies in a dental teaching institute in India. MATERIALS AND METHODS: This prospective, cross-sectional randomized study comprised 500 students divided into two study groups, each consisting of 250 participants. Students in group A were provided PBL, whereas students in group B were exposed to CBL, followed by which questionnaire was distributed. Responses received were analyzed statistically for significance set at below 0.05. RESULTS: In this study, statistical difference in learning methods was observed with organizational capacities, self-process of learning, finding solutions for clinical diagnosis, encouraging self-learning, and developing skills for critical thinking process while comparing the PBL or CBL methodologies. CONCLUSION: According to this study's findings, improvement in one's knowledge and clinical skills by a subject is much better when both of these techniques are combined. Keywords: Case-based, dental, education, India, problem-based