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The Role of Adult Learning in Clinical Education

COURSE NUMBER: FDM2

Harold A. Henson, RDH, PhD

Credit Hours:

0.5 Hour(s)

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Clinical education is experiential learning since it involves obtaining experience in working with patients in real life contexts. This faculty module will discuss and describe how clinical education provides an unique opportunity for adul...

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Overview

Clinical education is experiential learning since it involves obtaining experience in working with patients in real life contexts. This faculty module will discuss and describe how clinical education provides an unique opportunity for adult learning.

  • Intended Audience:

    Dentists, Dental Hygienists, Dental Assistants, Dental Educators, Dental Hygiene Educators

  • Date Course Online:

    Jun 5, 2020

  • Last Revision Date:

    Jun 4, 2023

  • Course Expiration Date:

    Jun 3, 2026

  • Cost:

    Free

  • Method:

    Self-instructional

  • AGD Subject Code(s):

    770

  • Technical Requirements:

    Stable internet connection and the latest version of browser and device software are recommended.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this course, the clinical instructor should be able to:


  • Discuss the principles of adult learning.
  • Discuss the relationship of adult learning and clinical education.
  • Discuss the characteristics of effective clinical educators

Disclaimers

  • P&G is providing these resource materials to dental professionals. We do not own this content nor are we responsible for any material herein.

  • Participants must always be aware of the hazards of using limited knowledge in integrating new techniques or procedures into their practice.  Only sound evidence-based dentistry should be used in patient therapy.


Note:  Registration is required to take test.

Author(s)

Conflict of Interest Disclosure Statement

  • Dr. Henson reports no conflicts of interest associated with this course.

Dr. Harold A. Henson currently serves as a Professor in the Department of Periodontics and Dental Hygiene, Director of the Center for Teaching and Learning and is the Program Coordinator for the Master of Science in Dental Hygiene Program at...

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Submission Information

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Approval does not imply acceptance by any regulatory authority or AGD endorsement.


8/1/2021 to 7/31/2027

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