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Content, delivery, and curricular integration: Bridging the gap between foundational sciences and pharmacy
Erica L Rowe1, William M Gentry1, R Braden Crocco1
1South College School of Pharmacy, 400 Goody's Ln, Suite 101, Knoxville, TN 37922, United States.
Currents in Pharmacy Teaching & Learning
|November 20, 2021
Summary
Integrated oral presentations in pharmacy curricula enhance student knowledge and communication skills. This active learning approach positively impacts self-confidence in public speaking and reinforces core pharmaceutical sciences concepts.
Area of Science:
- Pharmacy Education
- Pharmaceutical Sciences
- Medical Education
Background:
- Assessing the impact of integrated learning on first-year pharmacy students.
- Evaluating oral presentations within pharmaceutical and pharmacy practice courses.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the effect of oral presentations on student knowledge, communication skills, and self-confidence.
- To assess the value of integrated learning in an accelerated pharmacy curriculum.
Main Methods:
- First-year pharmacy students delivered oral presentations on immunology topics.
- Student performance was assessed on content and delivery.
- Anonymous post-presentation surveys evaluated student experience and feedback.
Main Results:
- 140 students (88%) completed the survey, reporting a positive experience (mean=1.44).
- Students strongly agreed the activity improved public speaking and reinforced immunology concepts.
- Analysis revealed positive reactions to active and self-directed learning.
Conclusions:
- Oral presentations integrated into pharmaceutical sciences curricula improve student confidence in communicating scientific material.
- This approach enhances knowledge and self-awareness of communication skills in pharmacy students.
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