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Micro-Credential: Facilitating Small Group Learning

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Micro-Credential: Technology Integration in Didactic Teaching

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New Technologies

NT-001 - Bridging Pathways and Advancing Learning with Immersive and Innovative Technology Tools

Saturday, March 21, 2026

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM EDT

Location: Room 511 A, B, D, E, Fifth Floor, Palais

CE: 1

Keyword: Educational Technology (NT)
SoTLFest Designation: No
LIAA Designation: No

Bina Surti, D.D.S., MA.Ed.

University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry
Sandy A. Ward, D.D.S., FACD

University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry
Elvira S. Fiorentino, D.D.S.

University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry
Shika Gupta, D.D.S., D.Med.Sc, FACD, FICD

University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry

With a newer generation of digital-native students in dental education, engaging students has become increasingly challenging. These students are accustomed to immediate, interactive, engaging content. Passive learning environments are less effective in fostering deep learning, long-term retention and critical thinking. As educators, we must adapt to new teaching methodologies that promote active learning strategies, increase engagement and provide immediate feedback. An educational technology tool, Scenario Builder, was integrated into student teaching to enhance engagement through interactive learning experiences, bridging pathways for a more inclusive, diverse learning environment. Audience members will create an interactive exercise and explore implementation opportunities.

Please bring your laptop with you to this session.

Learning Objectives:

Describe opportunities to implement immersive technology to promote active learning and provide immediate feedback.
Demonstrate an educational technology tool, Scenario Builder, in a student teaching module.
Design an interactive/immersive exercise utilizing an educational technology tool.