utilize electronic dental records (LO 1, 4).
or higher) on the first attempt on computer exercises in Eagle Soft practiced management software (each spring semester).
on their first attempt on Eagle Soft practice management software.
SLO (3): The student will demonstrate mastery of the dental case study approach to clinical practice (LO 2).
80% of students will achieve a passing score (defined as 80% or higher) on the first attempt on a case study project when measured against departmental rubric (each spring semester).
SLO (4): The student will demonstrate the ability to expose a diagnostic series of radiographs (LO 1, 4).
80% of students will achieve a passing score (defined as 80% or higher) on lab examination addressing the ability to expose a diagnostic series of radiographs (each spring semester).
exercises, several had difficulty obtaining the software and/or getting the software to load on computers. Change made: Faculty utilized the tutorial version of Softdent that is installed already on computers in student lab to complete exercises rather than purchasing the CD and workbook from Eagle Soft. The learning experience is the same without the stress on the students of software compatibility issues that have been experienced in the past. 86% of students achieved a As a result of analysis, faculty score of 80% or higher on the realized that students needed case study assessment. Most more practice with case studies students able to rationalize since this exercise significantly results given, but weak in improved critical thinking. critical thinking when facts not Additional case studies have obviously presented. now been added to the curriculum. 100% of students achieved a To improve future results, score of 80% or higher on the repetitive errors will be radiology lab practical. Several addressed earlier in semester. common errors were observed In addition, new radiology during evaluation: repetitive equipment has been purchased errors of film placement, with funding from a angulation, and tube placement. Department of Labor grant,
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