Abstract
Background: Online discussion boards may enhance critical analysis and reflection, and promote the acquisition of knowledge. Aims: To assess the effectiveness of online discussion board as a pedagogical tool in augmenting face-to-face teaching in dental education. Method: Data were collected from a discussion archive offered through the E-course website of the School of Dentistry, University of Birmingham, UK in 2008. A multi-component metric included; participation, social learning, cognitive processing, role of instructors, and quality of discussion. Messages were coded for 14 variables to evaluate these dimensions. Data were analyzed using content analysis methodology and a complete message was uses as the unit of analysis. Results: There were no significant difference in participation between students and instructors (P
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | e3-e9 |
| Journal | European Journal of Dental Education |
| Volume | 16 |
| Issue number | 1 |
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| Publication status | Published - 1 Feb 2012 |
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