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Last Matter: Introducing infographics to Methodology Matters
Michael J Peeters1, Spencer E Harpe2
1University of Toledo College of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences, 3000 Arlington Ave, Mail Stop 1013, Toledo, OH 43614, United States.
Currents in Pharmacy Teaching & Learning
|September 15, 2021
Summary
The Journal of Pharmacy Education introduces Last Matters (LM), visual infographics summarizing key scholarship issues. These LMs offer clear guidance and resources to improve pharmacy education research quality.
Area of Science:
- Health Sciences Education
- Pharmacy Education Scholarship
- Qualitative Research Quality
Background:
- Visual summaries are increasingly utilized in health sciences.
- The Journal of Pharmacy Education is launching a new article type: Last Matters (LM).
- LM articles are infographics designed to visually summarize complex topics.
Discussion:
- The primary aim of LMs is to provide concise guidance on common challenges in pharmacy education scholarship.
- Each LM will feature a graphical summary and a curated list of resources for further exploration.
- The inaugural LM focuses on enhancing the quality of qualitative research.
Key Insights:
- LMs offer accessible, visual summaries of critical concepts in pharmacy education.
- These infographics aim to clarify common issues and pitfalls in research methodology.
- The inclusion of recommended resources supports deeper reader engagement and understanding.
Outlook:
- The Journal anticipates LMs will aid comprehension and dissemination of research best practices.
- This new format is expected to positively influence the quality of future pharmacy education contributions.
- Visual summaries like LMs have the potential to make complex research topics more approachable and impactful.
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