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Curricular integration to enhance educational outcomes.

R A Kerr1

  • 1Department of Pharmacy Practice and Science, School of Pharmacy, University of Maryland, Baltimore 21201-1715, USA.

Pharmacotherapy
|October 18, 2000
PubMed
Summary

Integrating pharmacy curriculum enhances student learning through problem-based application of diverse knowledge. Successful integration requires instructional design and abilities-based learning for improved student performance and faculty collaboration.

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Area of Science:

  • Pharmacy Education
  • Curriculum Design
  • Instructional Systems Design

Background:

  • Pharmacy curricula benefit from integrating diverse knowledge domains.
  • Effective integration requires structured learning experiences for problem-solving.
  • Current challenges exist in designing and implementing integrated curricula.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To discuss strategies for integrating pharmacy curricula.
  • To explore the application of instructional design principles.
  • To examine abilities-based learning for curriculum sequencing and assessment.

Main Methods:

  • Applying instructional systems design principles.
  • Adopting an abilities-based learning approach.
  • Viewing the curriculum as a cohesive system.

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  • Focusing on desired student performance outcomes.

    • Main Results:

    • Curricular integration enhances application of knowledge and skills.
    • Instructional design and abilities-based learning facilitate integration.
    • Collaboration among faculty is crucial for success.
    • Assessment shifts from information recall to ability evaluation.

    Conclusions:

    • Pharmacy curriculum integration improves learning and problem-solving skills.
    • Instructional design and abilities-based learning are key to successful integration.
    • A systems approach and focus on abilities are vital for effective pharmacy education.