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Assessing the Use of Microlearning for Preceptor Development.
Stephanie M Roskowski1, Michael D Wolcott2, Adam M Persky1
1Eshelman School of Pharmacy, University of North Carolina Chapel Hill, 301 Pharmacy Lane, CB #7574, Chapel Hill, NC 27599, USA.
Pharmacy (Basel, Switzerland)
|June 27, 2023
Summary
Microlearning, a brief educational approach, was preferred by most pharmacy preceptors over traditional methods. While satisfaction was higher with microlearning, knowledge and self-efficacy showed no significant differences between the two methods.
Area of Science:
- Pharmacy Education
- Adult Learning Theory
Background:
- Preceptor development is crucial for effective pharmacy education.
- Traditional learning methods may not always be the most efficient or engaging.
Purpose of the Study:
- To compare microlearning with traditional methods for preceptor development.
- To assess participant satisfaction, knowledge, self-efficacy, and behavior perception.
Main Methods:
- Twenty-five participants underwent both traditional and microlearning interventions in a randomized crossover design.
- Data analyzed using ANOVA and Wilcoxon paired t-tests.
- Satisfaction assessed via surveys and free-text responses.
Main Results:
- Microlearning was preferred by 72% of participants over traditional methods (p = 0.007).
- Participants found microlearning more engaging and efficient.
- No significant differences were found in knowledge, self-efficacy, or behavior perception between methods.
Conclusions:
- Microlearning demonstrates potential as an effective preceptor development strategy.
- Further research is required to validate findings and optimize delivery.
- Both methods improved knowledge and self-efficacy compared to baseline.
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