Date on Master's Thesis/Doctoral Dissertation
5-2020
Document Type
Master's Thesis
Degree Name
M.S.
Department (Legacy)
Department of Oral Health and Rehabilitation
Department
Oral Biology
Degree Program
Oral Biology, MS
Committee Chair
Metz, Cynthia
Committee Member
Metz, Michael
Committee Member
Durski, Marcelo
Author's Keywords
education; oral hygiene; active learning; simulation; biofilm
Abstract
This thesis examines the effectiveness of an active learning approach in improving oral health literacy and attitude about science among at-risk students in the age range of third to sixth grades. This is done by designing and implementing a novel Oral Health Outreach module and video. Active learning components include engaging PowerPoint, oral hygiene discussion and demonstration, and finally a biofilm simulation, which utilizes glow-in-the-dark paint, dentoform models, and black lights that allow students to visualize the importance of plaque removal. Student comprehension of oral health concepts increased by an average of 52.4% on post-tests (n=61, p
Recommended Citation
Downes, Sarah Maria, "Using active learning techniques to improve oral health literacy among children in vulnerable populations." (2020). Electronic Theses and Dissertations. Paper 4269.
Retrieved from https://ir.library.louisville.edu/etd/4269
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Dental Hygiene Commons, Dental Public Health and Education Commons, Pediatric Dentistry and Pedodontics Commons
