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A Pharmacotherapy Capstone Course to Target Student Learning and Programmatic Curricular Assessment
Joseph J Saseen, Sunny A Linnebur, Laura M Borgelt
1University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Anschutz Medical Campus, Aurora, Colorado.
American Journal of Pharmaceutical Education
|May 13, 2017
Summary
The University of Colorado
Area of Science:
- Pharmacy Education
- Pharmacotherapy Training
Background:
- The University of Colorado implemented a pharmacotherapy capstone course from 2002-2014.
- This 9-credit hour course served as the final academic preparation before Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experiences (APPEs).
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the effectiveness of a pharmacotherapy capstone course for student learning.
- To assess the course's role in programmatic curricular evaluation and improvement.
Main Methods:
- Utilized complex patient cases and active learning methodologies to assess student knowledge and skills.
- Analyzed student performance data from written and verbal evaluations (2012-2014), surveys, and self-assessments.
Main Results:
- Student performance indicated successful learning within the course.
- Students reported increased confidence in critical thinking, problem-solving, decision-making, and lifelong learning during APPEs.
- Course outcomes informed curriculum revisions, including prerequisite courses and the development of a new clinical capstone.
Conclusions:
- The pharmacotherapy capstone course effectively prepared students for Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experiences.
- The course provided valuable data for curriculum enhancement and the development of a renewed educational program.
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