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Factors influencing the learning experience in pharmaceutical internships: A qualitative interview study
R Abdolrahimi Raeni1, A J de Beaufort2, A D Pranger3
1Department of Clinical Pharmacy and Toxicology, Leiden University Medical Center, Albinusdreef 2, 2333 ZA, Leiden, the Netherlands; Center for Innovation in Medical Education, Leiden University Medical Center, Hippocratespad 23, 2333 ZD, Leiden, the Netherlands.
Experience-based learning (EBL) in pharmacy education influences student learning during internships. Factors like learning goals, commitment, and assessment impact competency development and readiness for practice.
Area of Science:
- Pharmacy Education
- Experiential Learning
- Competency Development
Background:
- Leiden University's Master of Pharmacy program utilizes experience-based learning (EBL) through internships.
- EBL aims to develop a pharmacist's competence profile.
- Variability in student learning experiences during internships is a critical, under-researched issue.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore factors influencing learning experiences during pharmaceutical internships.
- To investigate the variability in learning outcomes among pharmacy students undergoing EBL.
Main Methods:
- A descriptive qualitative study was conducted.
- Semi-structured interviews were performed with Master of Pharmacy students, internship supervisors, and curriculum stakeholders.
- Verbatim interview transcripts underwent thematic analysis using ATLAS.ti®.
Main Results:
- Five key themes emerged: learning goals/experience, commitment, internship diversity, assessment importance, and curriculum role.
- Participant perspectives generally aligned, with a notable exception regarding safe learning environments.
- Student dedication, supervisor involvement, assessment uniformity, and curriculum influence were identified.
Conclusions:
- EBL in pharmacy education highlights factors affecting learning experiences and competency development.
- Variability in internship experiences can impact future pharmacist readiness.
- Optimizing these factors can enhance student learning outcomes in pharmaceutical internships.
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