Role of JIGSAW method of teaching in improving clinical diagnosis among final year dental students.

  • Published In: Cuestiones de Fisioterapia, 2025, v. 54, n. 4. P. 5790 1 of 3

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  • Authored By: Karthikeyan, Priyadarshini; Ananthakrishnan, N.; Kumaresan, Ramesh; Jerry, Aldrin; Pearlin Mary, N. Gold; Arjunan, Priyadharshini; Jaiseelal, Sameen Rajasekar 3 of 3

Abstract

The Jigsaw method is an active learning strategy designed to enhance collaborative learning and critical thinking. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of the Jigsaw method in improving the clinical diagnostic skills of final-year dental students. A quasi-experimental study was conducted at AIMST Dental Center, where students were divided into control and experimental groups. The experimental group underwent Jigsaw-based learning sessions, while the control group received traditional lecture-based instruction. The assessment of diagnostic skills was conducted before and after the intervention using standardized clinical cases. The results indicated a significant improvement in the diagnostic accuracy of the experimental group compared to the control group. The findings suggest that the Jigsaw method fosters deeper understanding and critical thinking, making it a valuable pedagogical tool in dental education. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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  • Source:Cuestiones de Fisioterapia. 2025/10, Vol. 54, Issue 4, p5790
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Education
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:1135-8599
  • Accession Number:186655523
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