A better understanding of the Science of Dental materials as a subject depends upon theoretical knowledge and its clinical application. The multitude of teaching methodologies in the dental curriculum has been incorporated to determine learning outcomes. Objective: This study aimed   to found the perception of BDS second-year students toward the subject of dental materials and evaluate the difficulty in learning and acquisition of concepts in this preclinical year. Methods: This cross sectional study was conducted among 130 students of BDS second year registered with University of Health Sciences, Lahore. Pre-designed questionnaire was used as research tool to determine the students’ perceptions towards teaching methodologies and understanding of dental Materials. Results: Only 53.7% of the students reported DM as an interesting subject. Satisfaction with content was 90% and delivery and pace of the lectures were reported at 79.3%. Majority of the student (86.8%) reported lecture materials easy to understand. The most useful method for learning and understanding this subject is group discussion 76.15%, followed by PowerPoint presentation 73.85%. The favored mode of assessment was MCQs (80%) followed by practical lab 66.93%. To improve learning 82.3% of the students recommended group discussion and integrated teaching method (77.6%). Conclusions: The majority of students found Dental material a difficult subject. A better understanding of this subject needs improvement in already applied teaching methodologies with an integrated teaching mode

Background: The students are in the best position to judge the effectiveness of any teaching system. They may comment logically to assess the teaching and evaluation methods. Aim: To analyze the student's feedback on teaching methodologies and effectiveness of methods being practiced in department of Prosthodontics in Islam Dental College Sialkot. Methods: The cross sectional study was conducted in Islam Dental College Sialkot with a specially designed questionnaire. The study subjects were 100 students, 50 each from 3rd year and final year BDS. The questionnaire was based on methods of teaching and assessments, in terms of content, time and relevance. Results: Majority (85%) agreed on the reliability of multimedia and digital methods of teaching .A huge number (73%) were also satisfied with delivery and content of the lectures.80% students were satisfied with teaching in lecture halls. 30% and 40% were not satisfied with teaching in clinics and OPDs respectively. Multiple Choice questions were the most favored type of assessment methods with 45% agreement. Conclusion: Students were satisfaction with the teaching methods being practice in Islam dental College. MCQs were considered preferred assessment tools. There is a dire need to innovate Clinical and OPD Teaching regime in the dental colleges. As the lapse has a significant impact on knowledge and skill of the students. Keywords: Blended Learning, Assessment tools, Feedback, teaching methods