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Exploring barriers to the effective use of computer-based simulation in pharmacy education: a mixed-methods case
Ahmed M Gharib1, Gregory M Peterson1, Ivan K Bindoff1
1School of Pharmacy and Pharmacology, College of Health and Medicine, University of Tasmania, Hobart, TAS, Australia.
Frontiers in Medicine
|September 13, 2024
Summary
Pharmacy students are ready for computer-based simulation (CBS), but educators face barriers like workload and skepticism. Implementing CBS requires institutional support and training to bridge this gap.
Area of Science:
- Pharmacy Education
- Health Professions Education
- Educational Technology
Background:
- Traditional pharmacy placements face limitations due to logistics and increasing student numbers.
- Computer-based simulation (CBS) offers a scalable alternative for enhancing pharmacy education.
- Barriers to integrating CBS in pharmacy education require identification and resolution.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore pharmacy educators' and students' perspectives on barriers to CBS integration.
- To identify potential solutions for enhancing the adoption of CBS in pharmacy practice education.
Main Methods:
- A mixed-methods case study design was employed.
- Semi-structured interviews were conducted with pharmacy educators.
- Quantitative surveys were administered to pharmacy students.
Main Results:
- Educators cited workload and skepticism as key barriers, while students showed high acceptance (70.7% saw value in knowledge assessment).
- Students viewed CBS as beneficial for problem-solving skills (69.3%) and a complement to classroom learning (80%).
- Proposed solutions included institutional support, dedicated technicians, and leveraging champions.
Conclusions:
- A notable gap exists between student enthusiasm and educator hesitancy regarding CBS adoption.
- Addressing educator concerns through support personnel and training is crucial for successful CBS integration.
- Future research should focus on diverse samples and decision-maker perspectives to optimize CBS efficacy.
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