THE USE OF COMPUTER-BASED LEARNING, AUGMENTED (AR) AND VIRTUAL (VR) REALITY IN PRECLINICAL DENTAL EDUCATION
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.32782/eddiscourses/2024-4-12Keywords:
augmented reality, virtual reality, computer-assisted learning, digital dentistry, digital simulations, medical education, digital competence, pedagogical efficiency, multimedia content, SWOT-analysis, distant learningAbstract
The article analyzes the problem of using technologies of computerized learning (C-AL), augmented (AR) and virtual (VR) realities in preclinical dental education. The importance of integrating these technologies into the curricula of dental faculties is determined, which corresponds to the modern trends of digitization of education. It is shown that C-AL, AR and VR allow students to receive constant feedback and simulate clinical situations, which increases their motivation and involvement in the educational process. The key components of C-AL, which include interactive training modules and digital simulations, are highlighted. It is noted that multimedia content in the form of texts, videos and animations gives students the opportunity to independently study dental anatomy. The advantages of digital simulations in 2D and 3D formats are studied. The influence of digital technologies on the level of students’ perception of thematic material was evaluated. It was found that interactive elements significantly increase student involvement in the learning process. The main components of AR and VR, which should be harmoniously integrated into the educational process, are highlighted: technical compatibility, practical benefit, pedagogical effectiveness and the possibility of providing feedback. The article highlights the advantages of using digital simulations, which allow you to visualize the presented information, as well as contribute to the development of students’ practical skills. It was concluded that the constant updating of software and hardware for digital dentistry training, as well as the creation of full-fledged digital training classes and interactive dental simulation training laboratories will allow to connect training with clinical trends in digital dentistry, and will also contribute to the creation of new elective courses. It has been investigated that the use of innovative digital learning models will contribute to the creation of an effective digital learning environment in which students will be able to acquire the necessary basic clinical competencies, which, in turn, will facilitate their integration into the professional environment. The need for further research is substantiated in order to use digital technologies in the education of dentists as effectively as possible.
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