AI chatbots take on excel in dental statistics showdown

NCT ID NCT07684651

First seen Jul 06, 2026 · Last updated Jul 07, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study compares ChatGPT-5.2 against conventional tools like Microsoft Excel and online calculators for teaching statistical data analysis to fifth-year dental students. Participants will complete assignments using both methods, and researchers will measure their performance scores and the usability of each tool. The goal is to determine whether AI chatbots can serve as an effective educational aid in dental statistics.

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Active substance
ChatGPT 5.2
What this could lead to
If effective, AI chatbots could become a standard teaching aid for statistics in dental education, improving learning outcomes.
What could go wrong
This is a small, single-center trial in one student cohort, so results may not apply broadly. The AI tool may not outperform conventional methods.

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  • Faculty of Dentistry, Alexandria University

    Alexandria, Egypt

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