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An outcomes-based approach to curriculum development in pharmacy.
Susan S S Ho1, David Kember, Clara B S Lau
1School of Pharmacy, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, China.
American Journal of Pharmaceutical Education
|June 11, 2009
Summary
Implementing an outcomes-based approach significantly improved pharmacy curriculum, enhancing professional skills and generic capabilities. This curriculum development strategy offers a better educational experience for pharmacy graduates.
Area of Science:
- Pharmacy Education
- Curriculum Development
- Higher Education
Background:
- Traditional pharmacy curricula often lack structured learning outcomes.
- There is a need for evidence-based approaches to enhance pharmacy education.
- Evaluating curriculum effectiveness is crucial for graduate preparedness.
Purpose of the Study:
- To implement an outcomes-based approach in pharmacy curriculum development.
- To systematically design and evaluate a revised pharmacy curriculum.
- To assess the impact of the new curriculum on student learning.
Main Methods:
- Defined desired learning outcomes for the pharmacy program.
- Developed course content, learning activities, and assessments aligned with outcomes.
- Conducted curriculum evaluation and incorporated feedback for refinement.
Main Results:
- Significant improvements were observed in professional skills.
- Enhancements were noted in four generic capabilities.
- The coherence of the curriculum scales showed significant improvement compared to previous curricula.
Conclusions:
- An outcomes-based approach provides strong evidence for curriculum enhancement in pharmacy education.
- This approach is recommended for developing or revising pharmacy curricula.
- The study demonstrates a successful model for improving pharmacy graduate competencies.
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