Storytelling as Innovative Method to Improve the Recognition of Teledentistry among Adults: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Objective. Storytelling is an educational approach that encourages learners to create imaginative conceptions and think creatively. The aim of this study was to assess the effects of storytelling on improving awareness about teledentistry among adults in Saudi Arabia. Materials and Methods. A single...

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Published in:International journal of dentistry 2023, Vol.2023, p.1-7
Main Authors: Aboalshamat, Khalid, Alsharif, Fayyad, Alsanei, Bader, Aljohani, Alaa, Aljabri, Saad, Salawati, Rayan, Nassar, Afnan
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Clinical trials
Consent
Dentistry
Education
Emotions
Immunoglobulins
Knowledge
Oral hygiene
Questionnaires
Storytelling
Teaching methods
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Summary:Objective. Storytelling is an educational approach that encourages learners to create imaginative conceptions and think creatively. The aim of this study was to assess the effects of storytelling on improving awareness about teledentistry among adults in Saudi Arabia. Materials and Methods. A single-blinded parallel group randomized controlled study with 88 adult participants from Saudi Arabia. Participants were randomized into an intervention group (IG) or a control group (CG). The IG received teledentistry information using a storytelling method, while the CG received a flyer containing the same information. The participants were questioned three times: P1 before the intervention, P2 immediately after the intervention, and P3 1 month later. Results. A total of 83 participants completed all study steps. No significant knowledge score differences between IG and CG at P1, P2, or P3 nor in mean differences across time points. However, significant increase from P1 to P2 (p
ISSN:1687-8728
1687-8736
DOI:10.1155/2023/8814905