International Journal of Education

Objective This study aims to explore the effectiveness of VR/AR technologies in the Oral Preventive Medicine curriculum and their impact on teaching models and the cultivation of students competencies. Methods A traditional lecture-based teaching model was applied to 41 undergraduates from the 2019 cohort at the School of Stomatology, Nanchang University, while an immersive teaching model utilizing VR/AR technologies and diversified teaching activities was implemented for 40 undergraduates from the 2020 cohort. After the course, questionnaires and evaluations on teaching effectiveness were conducted among all 81 participants. Results The questionnaire results revealed significant differences (P<0.05) in students self-evaluations regarding interest, engagement, knowledge acquisition, innovation capabilities, and practical skills between the two teaching approaches. Conclusion The integration of VR/AR technologies significantly enhances teaching quality and students comprehensive competencies, providing innovative strategies for reforming oral preventive medicine education. This approach aligns with the training objectives of domestic stomatology professionals and aligns with the developmental trends of educational innovation.

Oral Preventive Medicine; VR/AR Technologies; Educational Reform