期刊名称：Eurasia Journal of Mathematics, Science & Technology Education
印刷版ISSN：1305-8223
电子版ISSN：1305-8223
出版年度：2018
卷号：14
期号：7
页码：3197-3204
DOI：10.29333/ejmste/91671
出版社：Pamukkale Univ Dept Sci Education
摘要：This study aimed to compare the Turkish (Karadeniz Technical University) and American
(Boston University) predoctoral pediatric dental education. Given related curricula and
first-hand observations at dental schools at Karadeniz Technical University and Boston
University, documentary analysis was employed to emerge their similarities and
differences. The authors, who matched the courses in both universities, found the
following similarities between them: (a) class-hours; (b) subject matter and laboratorybased
courses prior to pediatric clinic; (c) measurement and assessment methods; and
(d) content knowledge. Moreover, their main differences appeared at the pediatric
clinical treatment sessions, rotation (special needs and community clinics in Boston
University; community clinics in Karadeniz Technical University), and subject-matter
courses (e.g., Child Abuse, Review Cases and Integrated Problem-Solving Exercise). This
study sheds more light on collaborative works between dental schools and faculty of
education. For example; the questions ‘How are alternative strategies integrated into
dental education?’ and ‘How are the subjects taught effectively?’ should be inquired.
The authors suggest to enhance international collaborations (e.g., student/faculty
exchange programmes, distance education, monthly online meeting, and
teleconferences) for achieving better dental education.
关键词：curriculum; dental education; national context; pediatric dentistry;
predoctoral pediatric education
