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Exploring the Use of Peer-assisted Learning in Compounding Education
Mary E Fredrickson1, Ava Jakab2
1Northeast Ohio Medical University, Rootstown, Ohio. mfredrickson@neomed.edu.
International Journal of Pharmaceutical Compounding
|December 6, 2024
Summary
Peer-assisted learning, including peer and near-peer teaching, offers a novel strategy for pharmaceutical compounding education. Further research is needed to explore its benefits and challenges in training pharmacy students.
Area of Science:
- Pharmaceutical sciences
- Pharmacy education
Background:
- Pharmaceutical compounding requires specialized skills and knowledge for safe and effective patient care.
- Current pharmacy curricula utilize various teaching methods, but peer-assisted learning remains under-explored.
- Ensuring pharmacist competency in compounding is crucial for medication safety.
Purpose of the Study:
- To discuss strategies for implementing peer-assisted learning in pharmaceutical compounding courses.
- To highlight the potential benefits and challenges of peer-assisted learning in this educational context.
- To advocate for further research on peer-assisted learning in compounding education.
Main Methods:
- This commentary discusses theoretical strategies for peer teaching and near-peer teaching.
- It reviews existing literature on instructional methods in pharmacy education.
- It proposes areas for future research and investigation.
Main Results:
- Peer-assisted learning presents a viable, yet understudied, instructional approach for compounding.
- Potential benefits include enhanced learning, skill development, and collaborative engagement.
- Challenges may involve implementation logistics, assessment, and ensuring consistent quality.
Conclusions:
- Peer-assisted learning, encompassing peer and near-peer teaching, warrants consideration in pharmaceutical compounding education.
- Systematic research is essential to validate its effectiveness, optimize its design, and address potential challenges.
- Further investigation will inform best practices for integrating this strategy into pharmacy curricula.
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