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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.
Objective:
To implement an outcomes-based approach to pharmacy curriculum development.
Design:
Desired learning outcomes were identified; course content, learning activities, and assessment instruments were designed; and evaluation was conducted and feedback obtained to refine the curriculum.
Assessment:
All professional skills, 4 generic capabilities, and the coherence of the curriculum scales showed significant improvement compared to graduates' performance under both the old and transitional curriculum.
Conclusion:
An outcomes-based approach to pharmacy curriculum development provided convincing evidence of enhancement to the curriculum. Such an approach should be considered when implementing or revising pharmacy curriculum.
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