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Abstract
Objectives: To assess the perception of dental students regarding the use of social media in the teaching-learning process. Methods: A questionnaire was administered to students from the sixth to the eighth semester, containing 14 questions about internet access, social networks, usage time, purposes, benefits and drawbacks, as well as the use of media in the teaching-learning process. Frequency data and the chi-square test were used to compare genders. Open-ended questions were evaluated qualitatively. Results: Among the 85 students assessed, 77.6% were female, with a mean age of 23.1 years. All participants had internet access and reported using WhatsApp and Instagram. Regarding usage time, 36.5% stated they had been using these media for over 10 years. Concerning the purpose of usage, 65.9% reported using social media for dental learning. As a benefit, 81.2% highlighted the exchange of opinions on various topics, while 83.5% pointed out distraction during studying as the main drawback. No significant differences were found between genders. Conclusion: Social media is perceived positively in learning as it provides additional resources, but excessive usage is a drawback. Balancing productivity and healthy usage is essential to prevent the risk of addiction.
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