Pair service learning with structured reflection and multi-method pre-post evaluation¶

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Evidence · 1 claim (1 for) · 1 study (1 associational), q2 · 0 of 1 report an effect size · 1 claim rests on one study

Description¶

The article attributes its ability to detect changes in knowledge, self-efficacy, and attitudes to a multi-method assessment strategy with anonymous pre- and post-programme surveys, plus "structured reflection sessions" in which students processed challenges and emotional responses. Instruments underwent expert content validity review (CVI = 0.92) and reliability reporting, and the authors recommend randomized controlled designs with objective performance measures and longitudinal follow-up for future studies.

Design Implications¶

Context¶

Requirements¶

Validated instruments (content validity index ≥ 0.80), anonymous online pre-post administration, and structured reflection sessions integrated into the programme.

Constraints¶

The single-group pretest-posttest design without a control group limits causal inference; all outcome measures were self-reported.

Target Learners¶

Fourth-year undergraduate dental students

Learning Goals¶

Professional knowledge, self-efficacy, and empathic attitudes toward serving vulnerable populations

Claims¶

Service learning participation is associated with more positive attitudes and greater willingness toward oral health practice [+W]

Six-module service learning programme integrating theory, field service, and reflective evaluation

Examples¶

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Key Sources¶

Cao Yina, Pang Liangyue, Meng Wenhua, Tao Ye, Yu Lixia, Liang Jingheng, Zhou Yang, Lin Huancai, Zhou Yan, Zhi Qinghui. (2026). Service learning in dental education: enhancing student competence through an oral health training programme for children with autism spectrum disorder. BMC Medical Education. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12909-026-09647-0

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`title`	`Pair service learning with structured reflection and multi-method pre-post evaluation`
`description`	`The article attributes its ability to detect changes in knowledge, self-efficacy, and attitudes to a multi-method assessment strategy with anonymous pre- and post-programme surveys, plus "structured reflection session...`
`status`	`review`
`generated`	by `process:settle-candidates` on `2026-11-04`
`trust`	unverified — no one has confirmed this page's content
`sources`	1 — `cao-yina-2026`

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