Use of PowerPoint presentation as a teaching tool for undergraduate students in the subject of gerodontology

Abstract

Aim:Though different teaching learning media have been employed in the instruction of geriatric dentistry, their efficacy has not been adequately evaluated. This study was conducted with the aim to determine the efficacy of a PowerPoint presentation in teaching gerodontology.Materials and Methods:This is a prospective follow-up study using a pre- and post-intervention assessment. A pilot study was conducted on the final year students to check the feasibility of the study. A convenience sampling procedure was used. All interns (n = 80) of the Modern Dental College and Research Centre, Indore, India were invited to participate. Interns completed a 24-item questionnaire documenting their current knowledge on gerodontology. One week after a 30 min PowerPoint presentation on gerodontology, the same interns completed the same questionnaire again, providing an indication of the efficacy of the learning tool. Paired t-test and McNemar test were employed for statistical analysis.Results:A statistically significant difference was observed in pre- and post-intervention scores (P < 0.05).Conclusion:The results of this study indicated that PowerPoint presentation can be used as an effective tool for improving the knowledge regarding gerodontology.

Development of Powerpoint-Based Interactive Media on Theme 8 Subtheme 1 in Elementary School

“…It is in line with previous reaerch that state Microsoft Powerpoint is an application prepared by Microsoft for presentations to a limited audience (Adams Ogirima & Onyiyeche Emilia, 2018;Bahadur & Boodun, 2013;Shigli et al, 2016). This application is equipped with complete features and menus to make presentations as attractive as possible.…”

Learning Heat and Its Transfer with Power Point Learning Media for Grade V Students of Elementary School

“…So, learning media will be a beneficial learning process; therefore, the development and use of media must be regretted with the curriculum, needs, and characteristics of learners. The results of this study are reinforced by the results of research that states that PowerPoint media can improve learning outcomes (Astutik &Zahroh, 2018;Faelasofi &Mathematics, 2015;Marfuah et al, 2016;Shigli et al, 2016), as well as can increase the activeness of learners in the learning process (Azis, 2019). Research states that PowerPoint media developed by students is not yet worth using (Ishartono &Nurcahyo, 2018).…”

“…These advantages are the reason for the development of PowerPoint media as a learning medium. Some studies state that media PowerPoint can improve learning outcomes (Astutik &Zahroh, 2018;Faelasofi &Mathematics, 2015;Marfuah et al, 2016;Shigli et al, 2016), as well as can increase the activeness of learners in the learning process (Azis, 2019). Research states that PowerPoint media developed by students is not yet worth using (Ishartono &Nurcahyo, 2018).…”

Implementing Hyperlink PowerPoint Media for Teaching English as a Foreign Language at Junior High School

“…In terms of manufacturing, only use the Microsoft PowerPoint application; we can also create some media such as games, puzzles, or others using PowerPoint hyperlinks. Using PowerPoint has many advantages including (1) practical, can be used for all class sizes; (2) provide the possibility of face-to-face and observing student responses; (3) has a variety of presentation techniques that are attractive and not boring; (4) can present various combinations of clipart, pictures, colors, animation, and sound, so that it makes students more interested; (5) can be used repeatedly (Adams Ogirima & Onyiyeche Emilia, 2018;Budasi et al, 2020;Shigli et al, 2016;Suryani, 2018). With the need for more innovation in the field of digital learning media, the use of PowerPoint Hyperlinks can be a good solution.…”