Currents in Pharmacy Teaching and Learning
Scope & Guideline
Inspiring the future of pharmacy through academic excellence.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Innovative Teaching Techniques:
The journal emphasizes the development and evaluation of new teaching methods and educational technologies designed to enhance learning outcomes for pharmacy students. - Curricular Development and Improvement:
It explores the evolution and effectiveness of pharmacy curricula, including the integration of interprofessional education and experiential learning opportunities. - Assessment and Evaluation Strategies:
Research on various assessment methodologies, including formative and summative assessments, is a key focus, aimed at improving student performance and educational standards. - Professional Identity and Development:
The journal addresses how pharmacy education can better prepare students for professional practice, focusing on skills such as empathy, communication, and ethical decision-making. - Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
There is a consistent focus on promoting diversity and inclusion within pharmacy education, including the development of curricula that address health disparities and cultural competence. - Health Advocacy and Community Engagement:
The journal highlights the role of pharmacy education in community health advocacy, examining how students can engage with and serve diverse populations.
Trending and Emerging
- Interprofessional Education (IPE):
There is a growing emphasis on interprofessional education, with more studies exploring collaborative learning experiences that prepare pharmacy students to work effectively in healthcare teams. - Mental Health and Well-Being:
Increasing attention is being given to mental health and wellness initiatives for pharmacy students, highlighting the importance of supporting student well-being in challenging academic environments. - Technology Integration and Simulation:
The use of technology, including virtual simulations and online learning platforms, has surged, reflecting a trend towards innovative educational practices that enhance experiential learning. - Cultural Competence and Health Disparities:
Emerging themes focus on developing cultural competence among pharmacy students to address health disparities, with an emphasis on training related to diverse populations and social determinants of health. - Student Engagement and Active Learning:
There is a notable trend towards active learning strategies, with an increase in research exploring how engaging students in their learning process leads to better educational outcomes. - Pharmacy Practice Readiness:
Research is increasingly focused on preparing students for real-world pharmacy practice, with studies assessing readiness for advanced pharmacy practice experiences (APPEs) and entry-to-practice competencies.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Lecture-Based Learning:
There is a noticeable decrease in articles focused on traditional lecture methods, indicating a shift towards more interactive and student-centered learning approaches. - Pharmacology-Centric Curricula:
There appears to be a waning interest in solely pharmacology-focused papers, as the journal increasingly prioritizes holistic approaches that incorporate clinical practice and patient care. - Standardized Testing and Assessment:
Research on standardized testing as the primary assessment method is less frequently published, suggesting a move towards more diverse and formative assessment strategies. - Single-Domain Skill Development:
Topics concentrating exclusively on developing individual skills, such as calculations or memorization, are becoming less common in favor of integrated, competency-based education.
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