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Using Facebook as an informal learning environment.

Jeff Cain1, Anne Policastri

  • 1University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy, Lexington, KY 40536-0596, USA. jjcain00@email.uky.edu

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An optional Facebook group effectively exposed pharmacy students to real-world business topics and external expert insights beyond the standard curriculum. This informal learning approach was well-received, enhancing their understanding of contemporary issues.

Keywords:
FacebookWeb 2.0businesslearningsocial mediateaching

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Area of Science:

  • Pharmacy Education
  • Social Media in Learning
  • Business Management

Background:

  • Pharmacy management and leadership courses often lack coverage of contemporary business issues.
  • Exposure to external experts provides valuable real-world perspectives.
  • Traditional curricula may not adequately prepare students for diverse business challenges.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop and evaluate an optional Facebook activity for a pharmacy management course.
  • To expose students to current business topics not in the core curriculum.
  • To provide insights from external business experts and thought leaders.

Main Methods:

  • An informal learning strategy was employed using a dedicated Facebook group.
  • Guest experts were invited to post on relevant business-related topics.
  • Student participation in the Facebook group was optional.

Main Results:

  • A mixed-methods assessment included student questionnaires, exam performance, and focus groups.
  • Students positively received the informal learning environment and optional participation.
  • Learners valued the exposure to external experts and contemporary business issues.

Conclusions:

  • Facebook serves as an effective informal learning platform for contemporary topics.
  • The platform facilitates the integration of external expert perspectives into academic settings.
  • This approach enhances student understanding of real-world business issues relevant to pharmacy.