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Mehta V, Tripathy S, Aggarwal S, Mathur A, Meto A. Effectiveness of Crossword Puzzles in Dental Education: A Scoping Review. J Res Dent Maxillofac Sci 2025; 10 (1) :73-81
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1- Department of Dental Research Cell, Dr. D. Y. Patil Dental College and Hospital, Dr. D.Y. Patil Vidyapeeth, Pimpri, Pune 411018, India
2- Department of Dental Education Unit, Dr. D. Y. Patil Dental College and Hospital, Dr. D.Y. Patil Vidyapeeth, Pimpri, Pune 411018, India
3- Department of Dental Research Cell, Dr. D. Y. Patil Dental College and Hospital, Dr. D.Y. Patil Vidyapeeth, Pimpri, Pune 411018, India,Department of Dentistry, University of Aldent, 1007 Tirana, Albania
2- Department of Dental Education Unit, Dr. D. Y. Patil Dental College and Hospital, Dr. D.Y. Patil Vidyapeeth, Pimpri, Pune 411018, India
3- Department of Dental Research Cell, Dr. D. Y. Patil Dental College and Hospital, Dr. D.Y. Patil Vidyapeeth, Pimpri, Pune 411018, India,Department of Dentistry, University of Aldent, 1007 Tirana, Albania
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Background and Aim: Several studies have investigated the application of crossword puzzles in educational sectors. However, little research has particularly addressed their application and effectiveness in dentistry. Therefore, this scoping review aimed to map the current evidence regarding the inclusion of crossword puzzles in dental educational programs and their influence on the educational outcomes of dental students.
Materials and Methods: We electronically searched the PubMed, Scopus, Embase, and Google Scholar databases and hand-searched pertinent article references to solicit appropriate studies. A narrative synthesis was performed since the studies were heterogeneous in the result parameters.
Results: Crossword puzzles provide students with an enjoyable and engaging learning experience, improve cognitive skills like comprehension and problem-solving, and promote active learning. They have received substantial backing from dental students for inclusion in the dental curricula.
Conclusion: Incorporation of crossword puzzles and other gamified approaches could be a promising option to enhance dental education practices.
Materials and Methods: We electronically searched the PubMed, Scopus, Embase, and Google Scholar databases and hand-searched pertinent article references to solicit appropriate studies. A narrative synthesis was performed since the studies were heterogeneous in the result parameters.
Results: Crossword puzzles provide students with an enjoyable and engaging learning experience, improve cognitive skills like comprehension and problem-solving, and promote active learning. They have received substantial backing from dental students for inclusion in the dental curricula.
Conclusion: Incorporation of crossword puzzles and other gamified approaches could be a promising option to enhance dental education practices.
Type of Study: Review article |
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pediatric
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