Perceptions of dental students towards online education during the COVID-19 pandemic

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2021

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Istanbul Univ Press, Istanbul Univ Rectorate

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Purpose This study evaluated the usage habits, attitudes, and perceptions of undergraduate dental students toward distance (online) learning and identified variables related to those attitudes. Materials and Methods The study included 1,605 undergraduate dental students who participated voluntarily. The data collection tool consisted of a distance learning attitude scale, a questionnaire on personal information, and open-ended questions. The perceptions of dental students to distance education according to the year and type of dental school they attended were evaluated. Results Most students expressed that distance learning in dental courses was not as effective as traditional face-to-face education (59.1%, n=949). While students studying at state universities had a more negative view of distance education, the satisfaction scores of the first-year students were found to be significantly lower than the other students (p < 0.05). Conclusion Dental students were generally unhappy with the interruption of traditional education caused by COVID-19 and having to continue their education online. However, under the circumstances, they saw it as an advantage allowing them to continue their education and avoid a complete suspension.

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sesen uslu, yesim/0000-0001-9601-7410; Sarialioglu Gungor, Ayca/0000-0002-8779-2949

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COVID-19, survey, distance education, online education, undergraduate student

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55

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