Basis Of Ability Research Articles

Emotion perception and online awareness following alcohol-intoxication: investigating possible deficits using the complex audio visual emotion assessment task.

Alcohol-intoxication is implicated in negative social behaviours, however the mechanisms underlying this relationship are poorly understood. Impaired emotion perception following alcohol consumption may partially account for this link, however limited methodology in prior studies undermines the efficacy of this explanation. The current study investigated the effect of acute moderate-dose alcohol-intoxication on basic and compound emotion perception abilities using contextualised video vignettes. Self-appraisals of performance accuracy were also investigated. Sixty-eight participants consumed a beverage containing either (a) an alcohol dose calculated to achieve a BrAC of 0.08%, or (b) a placebo. The Complex Audio-Visual Emotion Assessment Task (CAVEAT) was used to assess emotion perception ability. Anticipatory performance accuracy and emergent confidence judgements were made on the CAVEAT. There were no significant between-group differences on emotion perception ability and emergent confidence judgements. However, anticipatory performance accuracy was more aligned to actual performance in the alcohol intoxication group compared to the placebo group. Overall, these results suggest that (1) deficits in perception of facial emotional expressions following alcohol intoxication may not be as pronounced as originally suspected; and (2) the questioning of performance accuracy may prompt intoxicated individuals to anticipate poorer emotion perception performance, which may lead to better monitoring of-and improvements in-task performance.

The Urgency of Ummi Method Tahsin Teachers to Improve the Quality of Al-Qur'an Reading for Students

This research discusses the Urgency of Ummi Method Tahsin Teachers in Improving the Quality of Al-Qur'an Reading for Students. The Ummi method is a method of memorizing the Al-Qur'an quickly and accurately in recitation. The Ummi method is an approach developed to facilitate the process of learning the Al-Qur'an. This method is designed by considering students' basic abilities and placing emphasis on correct pronunciation in accordance with tajwid rules. The role of the tahsin teacher is very crucial in implementing the Ummi method. The method used in this research is a qualitative method, by interviewing relevant sources and also making observations at the destination. And the results obtained from this research are that tahsin teachers using the Ummi Method have great urgency in improving the quality of students' reading of the Al-Qur'an. This method helps students understand and master the rules of recitation in a systematic and easily accepted way. Although there are several challenges, such as time constraints and variations in student abilities. Therefore, the presence of trained and competent tahsin teachers is very important in efforts to improve the quality of Al-Qur'an reading among students.

Association between Health Literacy and Disability in Activities of Daily Living among Older Adults with Multimorbidity: Findings from the Korean Health Panel Survey in 2021

Purpose: This study investigated the relationship between health literacy and disability in activities of daily living (ADL) in older adults with multimorbidity. Methods: Using data from the Korea Health Panel Survey (KHPS), 2,153 older adults with multimorbidity were analyzed in this cross-sectional study. The <i>x</i><sup>2</sup> test was performed to determine differences in ADL disability according to demographic and health-related characteristics. In addition, multiple logistic regression analysis was performed to assess the risk of ADL disability according to the level of health literacy, and the results are presented as odds ratios (OR) and 95% confidence intervals (CI). Data were analyzed using SPSS version 23.0. Results: For the young-old group (65-74 years), compared with an adequate level of health literacy, the risk of ADL disability was 2.02 times (95% CI 1.20~3.42) higher in those with a marginal level, and 2.53 times (95% CI 1.54~4.16) higher in those with an inadequate level after adjusting for covariates. Conclusion: In older adults under 75 with multimorbidity, a lower level of health literacy was associated with a higher risk of ADL disability. This highlights that health literacy is an important factor closely associated with ADL disability in older adults with multimorbidity, extending beyond the basic ability to understand and apply information.

Multi-LoRA continual learning based instruction tuning framework for universal information extraction

Universal information extraction (Universal IE) aims to develop one model capable of solving multiple IE target tasks. Previous works have enhanced extraction performance of target tasks through auxiliary tasks. However, there are still limitations in terms of learning strategies. From one aspect, joint learning-based universal IE approaches, which simply mix auxiliary tasks with target tasks, fail to enable the model to master basic knowledge from auxiliary tasks before learning target tasks. From another aspect, continual learning-based universal IE approaches, which sequentially update all the model parameters on auxiliary tasks and target tasks, tend to cause catastrophic forgetting. In this study, we design a multi-LoRA continual learning-based instruction fine-tuning framework for universal IE. Specifically, we design unique LoRA modules for learning auxiliary tasks and target tasks. We first freeze pre-trained weights and update additional parameters on auxiliary tasks through one LoRA module. Subsequently, we keep the weights frozen and further adjust parameters through another LoRA module to adapt the model to the target tasks. Finally, we merge the frozen weights with learned weights, thereby enabling the model to better leverage the acquired abilities during the inference phase. Therefore, our model masters basic extraction abilities before learning target tasks and does not forget this basic knowledge during the target learning process. Moreover, we regard extraction, classification, and recognition as basic abilities and further design auxiliary tasks based on these basic abilities. Experimental results on 37 datasets across 3 tasks show that our approach reaches state-of-the-art performance.

Beyond Individual Tests: Youths' Cognitive Abilities, Basic Reading, and Writing.

Broadly, individuals' cognitive abilities influence their academic skills, but the significance and strength of specific cognitive abilities varies across academic domains and may vary across age. Simultaneous analyses of data from many tests and cross-battery analyses can address inconsistent findings from prior studies by creating comprehensively defined constructs, which allow for greater generalizability of findings. The purpose of this study was to examine the cross-battery direct effects and developmental differences in youths' cognitive abilities on their basic reading abilities, as well as the relations between their reading and writing achievement. Our sample included 3927 youth aged 6 to 18. Six intelligence tests (66 subtests) and three achievement tests (10 subtests) were analyzed. Youths' general intelligence (g, large direct and indirect effects), verbal comprehension-knowledge (large direct effect), working memory (large direct effect), and learning efficiency (moderate direct effect) explained their basic reading skills. The influence of g and fluid reasoning were difficult to separate statistically. Most of the cognitive-basic reading relations were stable across age, except the influence of verbal comprehension-knowledge (Gc), which appeared to slightly increase with age. Youths' basic reading had large influences on their written expression and spelling skills, and their spelling skills had a large influence on their written expression skills. The directionality of the effects most strongly supported the direct effects from the youths' basic reading to their spelling skills, and not vice versa.

Digital Exclusion and Cognitive Function in Elderly Populations in Developing Countries: Insights Derived From 2 Longitudinal Cohort Studies.

Cognition disorders not only lead to adverse health consequences but also contribute to a range of socioeconomic challenges and diminished capacity for performing routine daily activities. In the digital era, understanding the impact of digital exclusion on cognitive function is crucial, especially in developing countries. This study aimed to evaluate the association between digital exclusion and cognitive function among elderly populations in developing countries. Using data from CHARLS (China Health and Retirement Longitudinal Study) from 2011 to 2020 and MHAS (Mexican Health & Aging Study) from 2012 to 2021, we defined digital exclusion as self-reported absence from the internet. Cognitive function was assessed through 5 tests: orientation, immediate verbal recall, delayed verbal recall, serial 7s, and figure recall. Cognitive function was assessed in 2 categories: worse cognition (a categorical variable that classifies cognition as either better or worse compared to the entire cohort population) and cognitive scores (a continuous variable representing raw cognitive scores across multiple follow-up waves). Logistic regression analyses and generalized estimating equation (GEE) analyses were used to examine the relationship between cognitive function and digital exclusion, adjusting for potential confounders, including demographics, lifestyle factors, history of chronic diseases, basic activities of daily living (BADL) disability, instrumental activities of daily living (IADL) disability, and basic cognitive abilities. After excluding participants with probable cognitive impairment at baseline and those who did not have a complete cognitive assessment in any given year (ie, all tests in the cognitive assessment must be completed in any follow-up wave), a total of 24,065 participants in CHARLS (n=11,505, 47.81%) and MHAS (n=12,560, 52.19%) were included. Of these, 96.78% (n=11,135) participants in CHARLS and 70.02% (n=8795) in MHAS experienced digital exclusion. Adjusted logistic regression analyses revealed that individuals with digital exclusion were more likely to exhibit worse cognitive performance in both CHARLS (odds ratio [OR] 2.04, 95% CI 1.42-2.99; P<.001) and MHAS (OR 1.40, 95% CI 1.26-1.55; P<.001). Gender and age did not significantly modify the relationship between digital exclusion and worse cognition (intervention P>.05). The fully adjusted mean differences in global cognitive scores between the 2 groups were 0.98 (95% CI 0.70-1.28; P<.001) in CHARLS and 0.50 (95% CI 0.40-0.59; P<.001) in MHAS. A substantial proportion of older adults, particularly in China, remain excluded from internet access. Our study examined longitudinal changes in cognitive scores and performed cross-sectional comparisons using Z-score standardization. The findings suggest that digital exclusion is linked to an increased risk of cognitive decline among older adults in developing countries. Promoting internet access may help mitigate this risk and support better cognitive health in these populations.

The Effect of Game-Based Learning on Improving the Basic English Speaking and Listening Ability of Children Aged 5-6 at Golden Cradle Kindergarten in High-Tech Zone of Nanchang, Jiangxi

Background and Aims: English language proficiency is increasingly becoming a vital skill in today's globalized world. As countries strive to enhance their competitiveness on the international stage, the ability to communicate effectively in English has become a critical aspect of education, particularly during early childhood development. Early exposure to English language learning has been shown to yield significant benefits, leading to increased linguistic abilities and intercultural understanding. Consequently, the implementation of effective language learning strategies during early childhood education becomes paramount. The purposes of this study were: 1) to compare the basic English listening ability of children aged 5–6 after using game-based learning activities to that before learning, 2) to compare the basic English-speaking ability of children aged 5–6 after using the game-based learning activities with that before learning. And 3) to study the children’s interest in the game-based learning activities. Methodology: The study, conducted at Golden Cradle Kindergarten in Nanchang City, evaluated the impact of a game-based teaching method on the English listening and speaking skills of 35 children aged 5-6 over one month. Initial and final assessments recorded in Excel showed significant improvements in both skills and increased learning interest. The data analysis includes percentages, means, standard deviation, and paired t-tests. Results: Results showed that the English listening ability of students was significantly higher than before they learned, indicating that the game teaching method can improve the English listening ability of children aged 5–6 years old, students had English-speaking ability was significantly higher than before they learned, indicating that the game teaching method can improve the English-speaking ability of 5–6-year-old children and the learning interest of students was significantly higher than before they learned. Conclude: Children between the ages of five and six have demonstrated a significant improvement in their English listening skills after using the game teaching method; their ability was significantly better than before. Additionally, it improves their ability to speak English, with a discernible increase observed following the application of the game-based learning approach. Additionally, this approach makes the kids more engaged and motivated than they were before by piquing their curiosity in learning.

Dental Health Literacy among Highly Skilled Professionals in India: A Pilot Study

Purpose: Research in medical settings has consistently demonstrated that health literacy is essential for patient adherence and comprehension to medical/dental instructions including prescriptions and improving positive holistic health outcomes. Despite its recognized importance, the role of literacy in dentistry has received limited focus. This study aimed to assess the level of oral health literacy among professionals in a multinational company, using the Rapid Estimate of Adult Literacy in Dentistry-30 (REALD-30) as the measurement tool. Methods: A convenience sample of 111 adults was recruited from a dental camp held at two locations within an IT firm. Oral health literacy was measured and analysed using the REALD-30 scale. Participants also participated in interviews to collect sociodemographic information, dental visit history, dental needs, global oral health ratings, dental knowledge, practices, and comprehension. Additionally, clinical examinations were conducted to record the DMFT index (Decayed; D component, Missing; M component, and Filled; F component Teeth), as well as the presence of dental stains and calculus. Data were analyzed using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 13. Results: REALD-30 scores ranged from a low of 8 to a high of 25. Participants who had decayed, missing, or filled teeth, or a DMFT score higher than one, exhibited lower oral health literacy compared to the reference group. Similarly, lower oral health literacy was observed in participants with dental stains or calculus. Conclusions: Effective communication with patients is crucial for delivering high-quality dental care. The study concluded that a significant proportion of the highly educated professional group of people has less oral health literacy, which may obstruct their basic ability to understand and process the fundamental oral health information.

Association between Primary Care Assessment Tool (PCAT) and Assessment of Chronic Illness Care (ACIC): a Brazilian cross-sectional study.

To analyze the association between Primary Health Care (PHC) performance and institutional ability to provide care for individuals with noncommunicable diseases (NCDs). Cross-sectional study conducted with primary care nurses and physicians in Brazil. The performance of PHC was assessed by using the Primary Care Assessment Tool (PCAT), whereas institutional ability for the care of people with NCDs was assessed through the Assessment of Chronic Illness Care (ACIC). Pearson correlation and multiple linear regression models were used to analyze the association between the PHC attributes measured in the PCAT (independent variables) and the ACIC dimensions (dependent variables). In total, 308 health professionals -190 nurses (61.7%) and 118 physicians (38.3%)-at mean age 37.5 years and mean time of 6.5 years working in PHC participated of the study. On a scale of 0 to 10, the overall PCAT score was 6.74, while the ACIC score was 5.20. The PCAT score was High in only 58.8% of respondents (score ≥6.6). The ACIC scores showed basic institutional ability to care for people with NCDs. All ACIC dimensions have shown positive correlation to PCAT attributes, except for accessibility, continuity of care and care coordination. A positive association was found between PHC performance and institutional ability to care for people with NCDs. Results have evidenced the need of investing in PCH by providing technical, political, logistical and financial support to PHC units to improve PHC organization points and care for people with NCDs.

Strategi Profesionalisme Guru PAUD Abad 21 dalam Menstimulasi Kemampuan Membaca Anak Usia Dini

21st-century ECE teachers face challenges in developing effective strategies to stimulate early reading abilities in children. This study aims to explore the strategy of 21st-century early childhood education (ECE) teachers' professionalism in stimulating early reading skills in young children focusing on the effectiveness of these strategies in enhancing children's interest and reading abilities. The study employs a descriptive qualitative research method, with two teachers from groups B1 and B2 of TK Piri Nitikan as the subjects. The findings highlight that the professionalism of 21st-century ECE teachers, particularly in using conventional picture storybooks and digital flipbooks, positively contributes to enhancing early reading skills. Conventional picture storybooks aid in developing fine motor skills and basic language abilities in children, while digital flipbooks offer a more interactive and engaging learning experience. Combining conventional and digital approaches in 21st-century ECE professionalism provides a strong foundation for improving early childhood reading abilities.

Assessment of basic locomotor movement skills of elementary school students using TGMD-2

Introduction. Basic movement is the foundation of human behavior and helps young children to learn new skills in other areas. A child can actively move and exercise if they have basic movement skills. Therefore, it is necessary to identify the real condition of children’s movement skills, especially lower grade elementary school children. This can be used as a reference to prevent undesirable outcomes, such as the onset of obesity in children. Method. This study is a Pre-experimental design conducted to assess basic movement abilities in learning activities of eight locomotor movements, namely walking, running, hopping, jumping, galloping, sliding, skipping, and leaping by means of observation through motion observation instruments using the Gross Motor Development 2 (TGMD-2) Test approach.The subjects of this study were 42 students from Pilahan public elementary school, including 14 students from grade 1, 14 from grade 2, and 14 from grade 3. Results. The research found that among the 42 lower grade students of Pilahan State Elementary School, 12 students scored below average, 14 students scored moderately, and 16 students scored above average. Conclusion. Thus, it is expected that this data can be used as a basis for evaluating students who have not scored above average. This data is also expected to serve as a reference for further research on the issue of lower grade elementary school students with below-average basic movement skills.

Basic Skill Levels In Playing Futsal Among Extracurricular Participants at SD Negeri Karangtalun 05

This study aims to evaluate the basic futsal skills of the extracurricular participants at the school. This research is a descriptive quantitative study that employs a survey method and data collection techniques through testing. The subjects of the study consist of futsal extracurricular students aged 10-12 years at SD N Karangtalun 05, totaling 20 participants. The instrument used is a basic futsal skills test model for the 10-12 age group developed by (Wijayanti &amp; Kushartanti, 2014). To assess the basic ability to play futsal, four test items are combined into one test series: dribbling, passing, controlling, and shooting. The data analysis technique applied in this study is descriptive quantitative, presented in the form of t-scores adjusted to the applicable norms. The results indicate that the level of basic futsal skills among participants in the extracurricular program at SD N Karangtalun 05 includes 5 students in the very good category, 11 students in the good category, 3 students in the moderate category, 1 student in the poor category, and no students in the very poor category.

Real-world estimation taps into basic numeric abilities.

Accurately estimating and assessing real-world quantities (e.g., how long it will take to get to the train station; the calorie content of a meal) is a central skill for adaptive cognition. To date, theoretical and empirical work on the mental resources recruited by real-world estimation has focused primarily on the role of domain knowledge (e.g., knowledge of the metric and distributional properties of objects in a domain). Here we examined the role of basic numeric abilities - specifically, symbolic-number mapping - in real-world estimation. In Experiment 1 ( ) and Experiment 2 ( ), participants first completed a country-population estimation task (a task domain commonly used to study real-world estimation) and then completed a number-line task (an approach commonly used to measure symbolic-number mapping). In both experiments, participants with better performance in the number-line task made more accurate estimates in the estimation task. Moreover, Experiment 2 showed that performance in the number-line task predicts estimation accuracy independently of domain knowledge. Further, in Experiment 2 the association between estimation accuracy and symbolic-number mapping did not depend on whether the number-line task involved small numbers (up to 1000) or large numbers that matched the range of the numbers in the estimation task (up to 100,000,000). Our results show for the first time that basic numeric abilities contribute to the estimation of real-world quantities. We discuss implications for theories of real-world estimation and for interventions aiming to improve people's ability to estimate real-world quantities.

Research on the Practice of Ideological and Political Education in Mathematics Courses in Vocational Universities Based on Classroom-Training-Competition Mode

The purpose of this study is to explore how to effectively integrate ideological and political education into the mathematics curriculum by proposing a "combination of classroom teaching, practical training projects, and competition activities". By organically combining classroom teaching, practical training projects, and competition activities, it promotes students' learning of mathematical knowledge while enhancing their sense of social responsibility and professional ethics. Research results show that this model has significantly improved students' mathematics performance, especially in terms of basic knowledge and modelling ability. At the same time, by participating in mathematical modelling competitions and practical training, students have demonstrated strong teamwork spirit and innovation ability, and their professional ethics have been significantly improved. Through questionnaires and interviews, the feedback results show that students attach great importance to the practical value of the curriculum and ideological and political education. Finally, the research suggests that the integration of ideological and political elements into more mathematics courses should be explored in the future, in order to improve the quality of education and cultivate high-quality talents with a sense of social responsibility and professional ethics.

Digital Skills’ Impact on the Use of Digital Learning Tools

Innovations and developments in the ICT sector drive significant changes in how higher education institutions (HEIs) execute their teaching and learning processes. HEIs have always succeeded in the implementation of ICT tools for the facilitation of the process of teaching and learning. However, they have faced many challenges related to using these tools. Various tools have been introduced, not only for teaching and learning but also for socialisation. These tools include social media tools that are used to achieve different activities in response to the demands of society. Social media, however, is more utilised than digital learning tools, causing major concerns because users appear more interested in social media tools to perform academic activities than in digital learning tools. Students entering the university spaces are often comfortable using their phones but less comfortable using laptops or PCs. These, however, are the primary devices used in digital classrooms at institutions of higher learning. The basic ability to use them is crucial in succeeding in today’s digitised e-learning classrooms. This study investigates the impact digital literacy could have on using digital learning tools in HEIs. The study employed quantitative research methods using a survey developed and distributed to university alums to assess their digital skills upon entering their studies and how this impacted their learning experience. The participants were recruited from two public universities and one private university in the Eastern Cape. The purpose of the study was to formulate a checklist, based on the analysis of the data collected, that will inform the digital literacy factors impacting the use of digital learning in HEIs. While the study acknowledges that different students have different learning needs, it was still possible to create a solution through the suggested checklist consisting of eight (8) interventions developed to guide universities in improving the use of digital learning tools in their institutions.

Estimates of multidimensional poverty and its determinants among older people in rural China: evidence from a multicenter cross-sectional survey

BackgroundIn 2020, China declared that the absolute poverty in the country had been eradicated, but older people in rural areas are deprived in multiple domains. Poverty is multidimensional and involves deprivations in health, social welfare, living standards, and income. This study focused on assessing the poverty status of rural older persons and providing a basis for decision-making at all levels of government in China.MethodsA multicenter cross-sectional survey was conducted in four rural areas of China. Individuals aged 60 years and older were selected through stratified sampling. People with aphasia and severe cognitive impairment were excluded. An electronic questionnaire was used to collect older people’s information, including basic demographics, major illnesses, disabilities, chronic diseases, functional disorders, and ability to perform activities of daily living. It also asked about the medical, financial, and social security assistance that respondents received, food and clothing standards, safe housing, clean energy, safe drinking water, and reliable electricity. Specific questions were asked regarding income sufficiency, financial support from children, and pension income. Multidimensional poverty measurements were used to compare regional disparities and indicators differences. Logistic regression was used to identify the risk factors influencing poverty.ResultsA total of 1272 older people were analyzed. Of them, 704 (55.35%) were women and 652 (51.26%) were aged between 60 and 69 years. The most frequently mentioned causes of poverty were illness, a lack of employment, inadequate technology, and poor transportation. We found that as multidimensional poverty indicators increased (from 6 to 10), the number of poor older people decreased (from 1218 to 437), as did the poverty incidence (from 95.75 to 34.36%) and multifaceted poverty index (from 53.41 to 25.06%). Xuanwei had the highest incidence of poverty (66.61%) and multidimensional poverty index (0.66) among the four provinces studied. Regarding the contribution of indicators, financial alleviation made the greatest contribution to multidimensional poverty among rural older adults (up to 70.51%). Age, marital status, education level, awareness of poverty alleviation policies, and region were significant predictors of multidimensional poverty among older rural residents(P < 0.05).ConclusionsChina’s subsidy system and financial support must be enhanced. Particular attention should be given to the re-education of rural older individuals, basic vocational education should be strengthened in rural areas, and social participation should be encouraged.

The impact of cooperative-style exercises on students' learning of basic tennis abilities

The aim of the research is to identify the impact of exercises based on the cooperative method on students' learning of some basic skills in tennis. The researchers used the experimental method with a design of two equivalent groups with pre-tests and post-tests. This design was appropriate for the nature of the research problem. The research community was defined as third-year students in the Physical Education and Sports Science Department at Al-Safwa University, totalling 96 students divided into three sections. A random sample, represented by Section A, was selected. The sample consisted of 31 students, accounting for 32.291% of the research community. They were subsequently divided into control and experimental groups, with 12 students in each group, excluding 7 students due to injury and irregular attendance. The researchers, relying on sources and scientific studies, prepared educational exercises. Below are some clarifications on the exercises used in the study. The duration of the educational exercises was 10 weeks, with a total of 10 educational units in the curriculum. The duration of each educational unit was 90 minutes. One of the most important conclusions reached by the researchers is that the exercises based on the cooperative learning method positively impacted the development of basic tennis skills for students. The cooperative learning method can be effectively used to teach basic tennis skills to students.

Identifying Basic Sign Language Communication Abilities among Hearing Students to Communicate with their Deaf Peers at University Level

Identifying Basic Sign Language Communication Abilities among Hearing Students to Communicate with their Deaf Peers at University Level

Economic education of preschool children. A pedagogical view of the phenomenon

The article presents the significance of economic education in a person’s life and the need for it from an early age. The stage of development from which education on the basics of economy should start is the preschool age (3-6 years). The age of the ancestors, the initial stage of the child’s consumer socialization, during which its effects and ideas about the world of consumption are shaped. The consumer behavior of preschool children is determined by parents, who can use the purchasing process in the upbringing process. This issue is very relevant, since it constitutes an integral part of each person’s life and it’s also a subject of interest in many fields of social sciences, each of which introduces a different view, hence it’s multidimensional nature. The essence and significance of the process of economic education, including equipping children with knowledge about economics as well as basic ability of its usage in certain life situations were presented based on the research of recent publications collected from the Scopus and Google Scholar databases. The article points out the existence of tools that could be used in the methodology of preschool teacher’s work. The offered examples taken from pedagogic practice could help teachers with implementing methods of efficient economical education in the field of preschool pedagogy. The findings presented in the article point towards the need for economic education of preschool children and show its integral and timeless nature. One of the tasks of economic education in kindergarten is to shape the foundations of economic culture, which emphasizes the relationship between economic education and morality.

A “flexible” compulsory dental basic research course for undergraduate students: a three-year retrospective study

IntroductionSince 2015, the Guanghua School of Stomatology has established an elective dental basic research course (EDBRC). To make all students benefit from the dental basic research course without causing excessive academic burden, the “flexible” compulsory dental basic research course (CDBRC) was settled in 2020. This study intends to introduce the “flexible” compulsory teaching module and assessment system of CDBRC, and analyze its effectiveness over 3 years.Materials and methodsThe grade point average (GPA), course pressure, level of basic research knowledge and skills, and students’ research achievements were collected and analyzed between EDBRC and CDBRC. The unpaired t test was used to analyze the difference.ResultsThe “flexible” CDBRC has been successfully constructed with compulsory teaching module and hierarchical assessment system. The CDBRC has not caused significant course pressure to students compared with the EDBRC. Besides, the “flexible” CDBRC can improve the students’ GPA, basic research knowledge, and research achievements.ConclusionsThe “flexible” CDBRC can improve students’ academic performance and basic research abilities without causing significant course pressure, which can be conducted in dental schools with similar backgrounds.Trial registrationNot applicable.