This is an opportunity for you to join content expert Michele Carr, RDH, MA, EdD and other fellow educators to discuss the role of research in the dental hygiene curriculum. Attendees of this session will have the opportunity to openly discuss how research and evidence-based decision making are taught and practiced throughout the dental hygiene program. Focus will be based on strategies and fun activities that can be incorporated into many dental hygiene courses. *Objectives:* - Discuss the role of research in the dental hygiene curriculum. - Explore methods for teaching evidence-based decision-making. - Identify strategies to integrate research into various dental hygiene courses. - Discover engaging and interactive activities to enhance student learning. - Facilitate open discussions and idea-sharing among educators.