Navigating the Unforeseen: Dental Students' Perspectives on Sudden Curriculum Shift

Author:

Nafea Ebtihaj1

Affiliation:

1. Taibah University

Abstract

Abstract Introduction: Sudden changes in the educational system can have adverse effects on students. At ... University, dental students experienced two unexpected curriculum changes within a two-year period: the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic and the national transition to a three-term system. This study aims to investigate the impact of these changes on dental students. Methods: Semi-structured interviews were conducted with ten fifth-year students, focusing on their perceptions of the curriculum changes and their thoughts and strategies for adapting to them. Results: The findings revealed that the abrupt curriculum changes were associated with elevated stress levels and hindered academic achievements. The students viewed the national curriculum transition negatively, considering it to be even more challenging than the pandemic itself. Conclusions: The manner in which the reasons for curriculum changes were justified had a significant influence on students' perceptions. This research provides recommendations for facilitating a seamless curriculum transition.

Publisher

Research Square Platform LLC

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