Association for Dental Education in Europe

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Why it matters in dental schools?

As Oral Health Professionals we are committed to life long learning. Dental Education is both a scientific and human journey - spanning knowledge, skills, communication, ethics, for improved patient-centered care. Dental schools face diverse challenges: evolving technology, varied resources, and growing student cohorts. To meet these demands, we need to rethink our paedagogical approaches - moving beyond passive knowledge transfer towards more active, inclusive, and evidence-informed strategies.

Strong learning environments:

  • Improve clinical safety and decision-making
  • Support academic achievement
  • Enhance interprofessional collaboration
  • Enable lifelong learning in a fast-evolving profession
  • Promote inclusive education
A thriving school is one where every learner is engaged, supported, and enabled to thrive.
Our Focus
Enhancing academic and clinical learning through innovation, strategy, and shared experiences.
Resources (coming in 2026)
Webinars & Expert Sessions
  • “Neuroscience of Learning: How to Study Smarter in Dentistry”
  • “Assessment Literacy for Students: Demystifying Feedback”
  • Faculty training: “Inclusive and Trauma-Informed Teaching in Dentistry”
Interactive Tutorials & Case Simulations
  • Clinical case walkthroughs (with decision points & feedback loops)
  • Diagnostic image interpretation challenges
  • “Dental OSCE Practice Rooms” – timed mock stations with peer review
PDFs & Learning Guides
  • Study strategy handbook for dental students
  • Clinical logbook template (with built-in reflection prompts)
  • Faculty toolkit: Flipped classroom planning in dental education
Video Masterclasses
  • “Learning How to Learn in Clinical Environments”
  • “Time Management for Juggling Clinics, Lectures, and Exams”
  • “How to Use Reflective Practice Effectively”
Academic Networking Tools
  • Regional student & faculty research collaboration groups
  • Journal Club in a Box: monthly reading guide + discussion questions
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EXTERNAL RESOURCES

As we develop and grow our Welldental resources you are invited to explore our partners external links: