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Recommendations for Evaluating Practice-Related Activities of Pharmacy Faculty
Stuart T Haines1, Seena L Haines1, Eric J MacLaughlin2
11 University of Mississippi School of Pharmacy, Jackson, MS, USA.
The Annals of Pharmacotherapy
|December 9, 2016
Summary
Formal mechanisms for evaluating pharmacy practice faculty are critical. This study defined faculty and partners, identified key productivity and quality indicators, and recommended evaluation processes for fair recognition.
Area of Science:
- Pharmacy Education
- Faculty Evaluation
- Practice-Based Research
Background:
- Pharmacy practice faculty roles are distinct and require specific evaluation metrics.
- Current evaluation methods may not adequately capture practice-related activities.
- Standardized definitions and indicators are needed for fair assessment.
Purpose of the Study:
- To establish clear definitions for pharmacy practice faculty and partners.
- To identify measurable indicators for practice-related productivity and quality.
- To provide guidance for evaluating pharmacy practice faculty.
Main Methods:
- A 4-round online Delphi consensus method was employed.
- 17 experts with experience in evaluating pharmacy practice faculty participated.
- Consensus was defined as agreement by at least 70% of panelists.
Main Results:
- Consensus definitions for pharmacy practice faculty and partners were achieved.
- 14 productivity and 10 quality indicators reached consensus, with recommended frequencies.
- Peer review was identified as a key quality indicator; evaluation process recommendations were also established.
Conclusions:
- Formal evaluation mechanisms for pharmacy practice activities are essential.
- Fair recognition and consideration of practice responsibilities are crucial for faculty.
- Standardized definitions and indicators support robust faculty assessment.
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