Saudi Cultural Missions Theses & Dissertations
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Item Restricted Collaborative Design of An Assessment Tool for Dental Assistants: An Action Research Study(2024-12) Alsahan, Basma; Mock, MarthaThis action research study investigated the enhancement of assessment practices within the dental assistant training program at a Dental Training Institute affiliated with a medical center. Grounded in the Community of Practice (CoP) theory, the study addressed identified gaps in current methodologies and aligned assessment practices with the evolving competencies required in the dental care industry. By engaging dental assistant alumni, dental residents, faculty members, and other stakeholders, the research fostered a participatory learning environment and emphasized the co-construction of knowledge. The study followed an iterative process of planning, action, observation, and reflection to develop and refine an enhanced assessment tool that captures the complex skills and competencies necessary for modern dental assistants. Key findings from the study include the importance of specialty-specific assessments, the integration of soft skills and continuous feedback mechanisms, and the adaptability of the assessment tool across different contexts within the dental assistant training program. The research demonstrates the effectiveness of action research in driving educational innovations and improving the alignment between theoretical knowledge and clinical practice. The study's outcomes contribute methodologically and practically, offering a refined assessment model that can be broadly adopted to elevate the quality of dental assistant education and better prepare students to meet the demands of contemporary dental care.29 0Item Restricted The impact of project govrenance on the project performance(Saudi Digital Library, 2023-08-17) Alfaqih, Abdulrahim Hasaan; abualqumboz, MoheebThis dissertation thoroughly investigates the relationship between project governance and results. The study uses a literature review to answer four fundamental research questions on the relationship between project governance and results. This study aims to improve comprehension and provide practical insights for efficient project management by methodically evaluating themes that arose from the investigation. The first research question delves into the most important aspects of project governance that affect performance. Governance framework, governance process, and stakeholder involvement are the three overarching topics that emerge from the thematic analysis. These motifs collectively help project success by encouraging timely and appropriate decision-making, proactive risk management, and open and honest dialogue4 0