Long A F, Mercer P E, Stephens C D, Grigg P
Nuffield Institute for Health, University of Leeds.
Br Dent J. 1994;177(11-12):410-5. doi: 10.1038/sj.bdj.4808629.
Two studies were undertaken to determine the acceptability of computer-assisted learning (CAL) to general dental practitioners. The first was a single programme in two parts designed to give experience in orthodontic cases assessment and treatment planning, developed at the Bristol Dental School. The second contained two modules, one on the planning and management of dental biopsy and the other on surgical endodontics, developed within the Leeds Dental Institute. An identical self-administered questionnaire was completed by participants in the evaluation study. Knowledge and skill gains were indicated following study of the modules. The modules were also found to be easy to use and useful. The CAL approach was rated positively compared to audio tapes, books and journals, but a less consistent pictures when CAL was compared with videotapes. The study provides evidence for the acceptability and potential of the CAL approach to general dental practitioners.
开展了两项研究以确定计算机辅助学习（CAL）对于普通牙科医生的可接受性。第一项研究是布里斯托尔牙科学院开发的一个分两部分的单一课程，旨在提供正畸病例评估和治疗计划方面的经验。第二项研究包含两个模块，一个是关于牙科活检的计划与管理，另一个是关于外科牙髓病学，由利兹牙科学院开发。参与评估研究的人员填写了相同的自填式问卷。学习这些模块后显示出知识和技能的提升。这些模块还被发现易于使用且有用。与录音带、书籍和期刊相比，CAL方法得到了积极评价，但与录像带相比时评价则不太一致。该研究为CAL方法对普通牙科医生的可接受性和潜力提供了证据。
