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  • Academic Leadership
  • Group Dynamics

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  • Group functionality is crucial for effective decision-making in pharmacy schools.
  • This aspect is often overlooked in current operational models.
  • Innovative approaches are needed to improve collaborative processes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the effectiveness of a debate format in enhancing group functionality and decision-making within pharmacy education.
  • To assess the impact of debates on shifting participant viewpoints.
  • To gather feedback on the utility of debates as a pedagogical tool.

Main Methods:

  • The study utilized data from debates held at the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy (AACP) Interim Meeting.
  • Audience viewpoints were measured pre- and post-debate to gauge influence.
  • Continuing pharmacy education (CPE) evaluations provided participant feedback on the debate format and learning objectives.

Main Results:

  • The debate format demonstrated an ability to shift opinions across all discussed topics.
  • Participants strongly agreed that the debate format benefited leadership interactions.
  • The format was also viewed favorably for its positive impact on team environments.

Conclusions:

  • Incorporating debate formats can significantly improve group functionality in pharmacy schools.
  • Enhanced group functionality positively influences decision-making processes.
  • Debates serve as a valuable tool for leadership development and collaborative learning in pharmacy education.