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Andrew McMillen1, Henry Brosch1, Kirolos Zakhary1
1Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, College of Pharmacy, Northeast Ohio Medical University, United States of America.
Self-testing practice questions significantly improved final examination scores for pharmacy students. Utilizing these resources, especially earlier and more frequently, enhances performance in pharmaceutical calculations courses.
Area of Science:
- Pharmacy Education
- Academic Performance
- Medical Calculation Skills
Background:
- Accurate pharmaceutical calculations are critical for patient safety, preventing medical errors.
- Effective teaching and assessment methods are vital for preparing pharmacy students.
- This study investigates a novel approach to enhance learning outcomes in pharmaceutical calculations.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the impact of online self-testing practice questions on student performance in a first-year pharmaceutical calculations course.
- To analyze the correlation between practice question engagement and final examination scores.
- To identify potential differences in the effectiveness of practice questions between student cohorts.
Main Methods:
- A cohort of 116 students (classes of 2026 and 2027) accessed 110 online practice questions.
- Data were analyzed using Pearson's Correlation Coefficient and Unpaired t-test.
- Retrospective analysis focused on the relationship between practice question usage and final exam results.
Main Results:
- A positive correlation was found between higher practice quiz scores and final examination performance for both cohorts.
- Increased attempts on practice questions correlated with higher final exam scores in the class of 2026.
- Earlier access to practice materials was associated with improved final exam scores for the class of 2026.
Conclusions:
- The utilization of practice calculation questions positively correlates with improved final examination performance.
- The observed benefits were more pronounced in the class of 2026 compared to the class of 2027.
- These findings suggest practice questions are a valuable preparatory tool for pharmaceutical calculations and similar disciplines.
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