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Educational research and scholarship - Brainstorming, developing, and publishing together as teams
Kimberly K Daugherty1, Lisa Lebovitz2, Margarita V DiVall3
1Professor and Assistant Dean of Academic Affairs and Assessment, Sullivan University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, 2100 Gardiner Lane, Louisville, KY 40205, United States.
Currents in Pharmacy Teaching & Learning
|November 20, 2021
Summary
Collaborative educational research in pharmacy schools enhances learning and practice through shared best practices. This approach offers advantages like broader impact and expertise sharing, despite challenges in coordination.
Area of Science:
- Pharmacy Education
- Collaborative Research
Background:
- Collaborative educational research and scholarship empower pharmacy institutions to improve practices by sharing knowledge.
- Benefits include enhanced project generalizability, impact, and leveraging diverse expertise.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide practical guidance for leading and participating in group educational scholarship projects.
- To foster collaborative scholarship within the academic pharmacy community.
Main Methods:
- This commentary synthesizes experiences and best practices from collaborative educational scholarship initiatives.
- Focuses on strategies for effective group project management and engagement.
Main Results:
- Identifies key advantages such as shared expertise, mentorship, and accountability.
- Highlights challenges including participant management, productivity, and scheduling across time zones.
Conclusions:
- Collaborative scholarship offers significant benefits for continuous improvement in pharmacy education.
- Practical strategies are essential for overcoming challenges and maximizing the potential of group projects.