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Team-based learning in pharmacotherapeutics.

Sarah E Grady¹

¹Drake University College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences, 2507 University Avenue, Des Moines, Iowa 50311, USA. sarah.grady@drake.edu

American Journal of Pharmaceutical Education

|October 5, 2011

Summary

Team-based learning in pharmacotherapeutics education maintained student examination performance. This educational shift also increased student engagement and preparation for class discussions.

Area of Science:

Medical Education
Pharmacotherapeutics
Active Learning Strategies

Background:

Traditional lecture and workshop methods have been standard for teaching pharmacotherapeutics.
There is a need to evaluate innovative pedagogical approaches to enhance student learning and engagement.

Purpose of the Study:

To compare student examination performance in pharmacotherapeutics before and after the implementation of team-based learning.
To assess the impact of team-based learning on student preparation and participation.

Main Methods:

The study replaced traditional lectures with team-based learning in January 2009.
Students were required to read assigned chapters prior to class.
Learning was assessed via individual quizzes, group quizzes, and module examinations.

Keywords:

pharmacotherapeutics psychiatry team-based learning

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Student performance on the final examination remained consistent after the transition to team-based learning.
The implementation of team-based learning did not negatively impact overall student assessment outcomes.
Qualitative observations suggested increased student preparation and participation.

Conclusions:

Team-based learning is an effective alternative to traditional lecture methods in pharmacotherapeutics.
This pedagogical approach fosters better student preparation and active engagement in classroom activities.
Educational institutions can consider team-based learning to enhance the pharmacotherapeutics curriculum.