A pilot common reading experience to integrate basic and clinical sciences in pharmacy education

Esther P. Black, Anne Policastri, Helen Garces, Yevgeniya Gokun, Frank Romanelli

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Abstract

Objective. To use a common reading experience that engages students in academic discourse both before and during a PharmD degree program and introduces students to basic science and ethical foundations in health care. Design. First-year (P1) pharmacy students were assigned a nonfiction text to read during the summer prior to admission to be followed by facilitated discussions. Activities using the text were integrated into the first-year curriculum. Pre-experience and post-experience student and faculty survey instruments were administered. Assessment. Students and faculty members reported that 3 first-year courses used the text. Students noted that the text's historical perspective enhanced their understanding of both healthcare delivery and clinical research. Most students (78%) recommended continuation of the common reading experience activity. Conclusion. Students and participating faculty members found the common reading experience, which provided a hub for discussion around issues such as health literacy and ethical treatment of patients, to be a positive addition to the curriculum. Future intentions for this project include expansion across all healthcare colleges at the university.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)1-7
Number of pages7
JournalAmerican Journal of Pharmaceutical Education
Volume76
Issue number2
DOIs
StatePublished - 2012

Keywords

  • Basic science
  • Clinical science
  • Common reading experience
  • Cultural competence
  • Curriculum
  • Ethics

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Education
  • General Pharmacology, Toxicology and Pharmaceutics
  • Pharmacy

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