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A Recent Pharmacy Graduate's Perspectives on Faculty and Course Evaluations
Shelby Spencer Tungate1, Frank Romanelli2,3
1University of North Carolina Medical Center, Chapel Hill, North Carolina.
American Journal of Pharmaceutical Education
|July 20, 2021
Summary
Student perceptions of pharmacy course evaluations are often overlooked. Understanding student viewpoints can improve evaluation effectiveness and drive academic change.
Area of Science:
- Pharmacy Education
- Academic Assessment
Background:
- Colleges of pharmacy utilize diverse evaluation systems for faculty and courses.
- Existing literature extensively covers evaluation methods but lacks student perspectives.
Purpose of the Study:
- To articulate common student perceptions regarding pharmacy faculty and course evaluations.
- To highlight the impact of student feedback on curricular development and faculty advancement.
Main Methods:
- This work is a commentary reflecting the insights of a recent pharmacy graduate.
- It synthesizes common student viewpoints on the evaluation process.
Main Results:
- Student perceptions are influenced by understanding evaluation purpose, completion methods, and faculty receptiveness.
- Student input is crucial for enhancing the effectiveness and utility of academic assessments.
Conclusions:
- Gathering student perspectives is vital for refining evaluation processes in pharmacy education.
- Incorporating student feedback can lead to more impactful curricular changes and faculty recognition.
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