Program Evaluation Through the Use of Logic Models.

Area of Science:

• Pharmacy Education
• Public Health Program Design

Background:

• Pharmacists require skills in program design and evaluation for clinical interventions.
• Current pharmacy curricula often lack logic model training for doctor of pharmacy students.

Purpose of the Study:

• To explore the implementation of logic models in pharmacy curricula.
• To enhance critical thinking and practical skills for future pharmacy practice.

Main Methods:

• A 23-point questionnaire assessed student knowledge, attitudes, and perspectives on logic models.
• Data collected from students enrolled in or previously enrolled in a relevant course.

Main Results:

• 128 students participated, representing a 32% response rate.
• Over 72% of students recognized the benefits of learning logic models.
• Nearly 65% found constructing logic models intellectually stimulating.

Conclusions:

• Logic models are effective tools for teaching pharmacy students program development.
• This approach aids in addressing public health issues through planned interventions.