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The Impact of Digital Integration on Attention and Engagement in Optometry Education: A Student Perspective

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Anindya Saha

Medhavi Skills University (India)

Subham Sarkar

Medhavi Skills University (India)

Article Information

DOI: 10.51584/IJRIAS.2025.10100000119

Subject Category: Education

Volume/Issue: 10/10 | Page No: 1352-1355

Publication Timeline

Submitted: 2025-10-10

Accepted: 2025-10-16

Published: 2025-11-12

Abstract

The increasing incorporation of digital technologies is fundamentally reshaping optometry education. This paper investigates the effects of this digital shift on undergraduate optometry students' attention spans and engagement levels, drawing directly from their experiences. Employing a mixed-methods approach, we analyzed qualitative and quantitative feedback from students, revealing that while digital platforms enhance accessibility and interactivity, they also present challenges to sustained attention. The study highlights the significant role of practical learning, visual aids, and opportunities for self-directed feedback in maintaining student concentration. Based on these findings, we propose recommendations for the future evolution of the optometry curriculum.

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