Dental training videos are engaging, concise and shareable, targeting an ultimate educational goal. Since people prefer to learn with interactive videos, many dental practices are already implementing them. There are different dental training video types depending on the target audience they want to reach.
Consequently, the most popular training videos are explainer videos, talking-head interviews, live streamings, video seminars, and animation videos. Nevertheless, the video will be effective if it has a purpose, so choose the type of video based on your organisation’s needs.
Following is an insight into each kind of educational video to help you get an understanding and know the difference between them.
Dental practices use explainer videos to introduce new tools and processes to employees. In addition, books usually contain very detailed information, which can sometimes be hard to understand. So, trainers create these videos in order to make it easier for employees to learn the content and not overwhelm their workers.
Moreover, since Covid-19, there has been an increase in the use of explainer videos to show the new safety measures applied to their practices. In the case of the dental industry, it has been especially important since clients can not wear face masks in the clinic. Hence, having interns was very difficult, so explainer videos were a great option.
Talking head videos showcase people talking in front of a camera. The interviews are usually semi-scripted and displayed in a conversation style to the learner. Thus, providing viewers with a sense of directly interacting with the person talking.
Dental practices use them mainly to provide information in an easy-to-understand way and to strengthen the relationship with the learners. Furthermore, it makes videos more informal and entertaining, as watching a video with only information can be boring.
Live stream training sessions can address junior staff, as a way to introduce them to new dental technologies, equipment and up-to-date procedures. Also, webinars are gaining popularity due to being easily accessible and not being very long.
All in all, dental live-stream videos are mainly used for seminars, press conferences and events. Hence, it helps dental practices reach larger audiences while saving costs as attendees can engage remotely.
Another option is recording and editing dental seminars for future use. This practice is an easy option and helps organise and make videos with time so they can revise if there is any mistake.
On the one hand, a recording allows attendees to revise the content once the seminar has finished. On the other hand, recordings allow business owners to save time and money as they do not have to organise in-person seminars in additional locations. Instead, business owners can take advantage of these locations and use them to educate people.
Graphical illustrations help learners understand better dental procedures, technologies and equipment. Using innovative dental practices such as 2D animations and 3D animations is a good option. However, 3D animations seem to be more effective.
Additionally, animation is also useful in scenarios and simulation training to show various situations the learner may encounter. Thus, providing the viewers with critical and problem-solving thinking that will help them in the future.
After reading this blog, you will hopefully have a better understanding of the different dental training video types that exist out there.
Thank you for reading,
Melvin.
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