Assessing the Value of Online Learning and Social Media in Pharmacy Education

作者:Hamilton Leslie A*; Franks Andrea; Heidel R Eric; McDonough Sharon L K; Suda Katie J
来源:American Journal of Pharmaceutical Education, 2016, 80(6): 97.
DOI:10.5688/ajpe80697

摘要

Objective. To assess student preferences regarding online learning and technology and to evaluate student pharmacists' social media use for educational purposes. Methods. An anonymous 36-question online survey was administered to third-year student pharmacists enrolled in the Drug Information and Clinical Literature Evaluation course. Results. Four hundred thirty-one students completed the survey, yielding a 96% response rate. The majority of students used technology for academic activities, with 90% using smart phones and 91% using laptop computers. Fifty-eight percent of students also used social networking websites to communicate with classmates. Conclusion. Pharmacy students frequently use social media and some online learning methods, which could be a valuable avenue for delivering or supplementing pharmacy curricula. The potential role of social media and online learning in pharmacy education needs to be further explored.

  • 出版日期2016