Artificial Intelligence Chatbots as Virtual Patients in Dental Education: A Constructivist Approach to Classroom Implementation

This study presents a descriptive analysis of the implementation of an AI role-play within the early phases of a design-based research framework. AI role-play activities can be implemented in a classroom setting and are perceived as useful for students to apply skills in taking a pain history. While results showed promise for scalability and authentic learning, future research evaluating the impact of the implementation of these activities on student learning should be explored.