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Robert D Beckett1, Alex N Isaacs2, Kaitlin J Montagano2
1Manchester University, College of Pharmacy, Natural and Health Sciences, Fort Wayne, Indiana rdbeckett@manchester.edu.
American Journal of Pharmaceutical Education
|July 20, 2021
Summary
Pharmacy department chairs value formal teaching and learning curriculum (TLC) programs for faculty candidates, especially those early in their careers. Key TLC activities include didactic and experiential teaching strategies and assessment development.
Area of Science:
- Pharmacy Education
- Academic Pharmacy
Background:
- Formal teaching and learning curriculum (TLC) programs are increasingly recognized for developing essential skills in academic pharmacy.
- Understanding the perceptions of pharmacy practice department chairs regarding the value of TLC programs is crucial for faculty recruitment and development.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the perceived value of teaching and learning curriculum (TLC) programs and associated activities by pharmacy practice department chairs.
- To compare the importance of TLC programs relative to other qualifications like residency completion and board certification.
Main Methods:
- An 18-item electronic survey was distributed to pharmacy practice department chairs at accredited Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) programs in the U.S.
- The survey captured chairs' impressions on the overall value, relative importance, and specific valued activities within TLC programs.
Main Results:
- A 41.7% response rate was achieved from 53 pharmacy practice department chairs.
- A majority of chairs (65.3%) considered formal teaching experiences within a TLC program to be important or very important.
- TLC programs were perceived as most valuable for candidates with less than five years of experience, and specific activities like teaching strategies and assessment development were highly valued.
Conclusions:
- Teaching and learning curriculum (TLC) programs can equip pharmacy graduates with foundational experiences to enhance their candidacy.
- Perceptions among department chairs regarding the value of TLC programs and their components vary, highlighting the need for clear communication of program benefits.
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