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Mohammed S Salahudeen1, William Baker2, Tracy Douglas3
1School of Pharmacy and Pharmacology, University of Tasmania, Tasmania, Australia.
Active learning strategies are effective in online postgraduate Clinical Pharmacy programs, enhancing student engagement. However, addressing work-life balance and time constraints is crucial for success, requiring flexible, feedback-rich online course designs.
Area of Science:
- Online Education
- Pharmacy Education
- Active Learning
Background:
- Online postgraduate programs present unique challenges for student engagement.
- Active learning strategies are increasingly adopted to enhance online learning experiences.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore student experiences with active learning in an online postgraduate Clinical Pharmacy program.
- To identify barriers, effective strategies, and areas for improvement in online active learning.
Main Methods:
- A pragmatic, cross-sectional online survey was administered to students and recent graduates.
- Quantitative data were analyzed descriptively, and qualitative data underwent thematic analysis.
- Cronbach's alpha, Kruskal-Wallis, and Chi-square/Fisher's Exact tests were used for analysis.
Main Results:
- 81.6% of students found active learning enhanced understanding and engagement.
- High overall satisfaction (80.7%) was reported, with positive ratings for course materials, instructor responsiveness, and library resources.
- Work-life balance (71.9%) and time constraints (64.9%) were identified as primary barriers.
Conclusions:
- Active learning is highly valued and effective in online postgraduate education.
- Improvements in support structures, including flexible deadlines and personalized feedback, are essential.
- Online course designs should be flexible and feedback-rich to support working professionals.
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