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College of Pharmacy, Nursing and Allied Health Sciences

College of Pharmacy, Nursing and Allied Health Sciences. Case Study: Restructuring Integrated Therapeutics Lab 1 to Enhance Teaching and Learning Effectiveness Daphne Bernard, Pharm.D. Associate, Professor Howard University School of Pharmacy. Overview.

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  1. College of Pharmacy, Nursing and Allied Health Sciences Case Study: Restructuring Integrated Therapeutics Lab 1 to Enhance Teaching and Learning EffectivenessDaphne Bernard, Pharm.D.Associate, ProfessorHoward University School of Pharmacy

  2. Overview Enhanced teaching and learning activities based on feedback from a structured assessment process were incorporated to improve course performance. Continuous improvement has helped students meet specified learning objectives through effective teaching methods. Howard University School of Pharmacy IDEA Users Group Meeting 1/20/10

  3. The Role of Assessment in the Pharmacy Curriculum The 2007 Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) Standards require colleges to assess the attainment of desired student learning outcomes. As part of our school's assessment, we utilized data from the IDEA Student Ratings Report to assess how well students fulfilled the professional competencies and outcome expectations outlined in the ACPE standards. Howard University School of Pharmacy IDEA Users Group Meeting 1/20/10

  4. The Role of Assessment in the Pharmacy Curriculum: ACPE Standard 15… contd Standard No. 15: Assessment and Evaluation of Student Learning and Curricular Effectiveness As a component of its evaluation plan, the college or school must develop and carry out assessment activities to collect information about the attainment of desired student learning outcomes. The assessment activities must employ a variety of valid and reliable measures systematically and sequentially throughout the professional degree program. The college or school must use the analysis of assessment measures to improve student learning and the achievement of the professional competencies. Howard University School of Pharmacy IDEA Users Group Meeting 1/20/10

  5. The Role of Assessment in the Pharmacy Curriculum: ACPE Standard 15 The college or school must systematically and sequentially evaluate its curricular structure, content, organization, and outcomes. The college or school must use the analysis of outcome measures for continuous improvement of the curriculum and its delivery. Howard University School of Pharmacy IDEA Users Group Meeting 1/20/10

  6. Assessment Instruments Standardized instruments for anonymous data collection are used to evaluate the professional program. These instruments include the Individual Development and Education Assessment (IDEA) Center Student Ratings of Instruction Diagnostic Form Reports andthe American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy (AACP) Curriculum Quality Surveys . Howard University School of Pharmacy IDEA Users Group Meeting 1/20/10

  7. Role of IDEA Center in Pharmacy Curriculum The School of Pharmacy uses a valid and reliable method of providing feedback to faculty regarding teaching and learning following course conclusion. The IDEA Center, an external source for objective assessment data analysis regarding faculty instruction, is employed. During the Fall and Spring semesters, student responses from various courses taught in the School of Pharmacy are evaluated using the Student Ratings of Instruction Diagnostic Form. Data is analyzed and reported back to the program for review. Howard University School of Pharmacy IDEA Users Group Meeting 1/20/10

  8. IDEA Center Data Standardized instruments identify key learning objectives (labeled Essential or Important) as well as utilization of effective teaching and learning styles for specific courses. Evaluation of Teaching and Learning Effectiveness Effectiveness of Teaching Methods and Styles Progress on Meeting Learning Objectives Howard University School of Pharmacy IDEA Users Group Meeting 1/20/10

  9. Sample Faculty Information Form

  10. Sample Survey Form – Student Reactions to Instruction and Courses

  11. Survey Form - Student Reactions to Instruction and Courses Howard University School of Pharmacy IDEA Users Group Meeting 1/20/10

  12. IDEA Center Data An Institutional Group Summary Report as well as individual course reports are provided to the program by the IDEA Center for review. Reported strengths and challenges are highlighted to aid determination of where enhancements in the overall program and specific courses can be made. Howard University School of Pharmacy IDEA Users Group Meeting 1/20/10

  13. IDEA Center Course Evaluation Process Institutional Group Summary Report Individual Course Report Howard University School of Pharmacy IDEA Users Group Meeting 1/20/10

  14. Use of IDEA Center Data Howard University School of Pharmacy IDEA Users Group Meeting 1/20/10

  15. Case Study: Restructuring Integrated Therapeutics Lab 1 to Enhance Teaching and Learning Effectiveness Course Description: The Integrative Therapeutics Laboratory course complements and runs parallel with the Integrative Therapeutics didactic course during the Spring semester. Students participate in small group discussions, practical laboratory exercises, onsite senior shadowing with direct patent care activities, SOAP case write-ups, SOAP presentations and an oral exam to reinforce didactic teachings and overall student learning. Howard University School of Pharmacy IDEA Users Group Meeting 1/20/10

  16. Case Study: Restructuring Integrated Therapeutics Lab 1 to Enhance Teaching and Learning Effectiveness Methodology: The Integrated Therapeutics Lab I course was evaluated in the Spring of 2006 and 2007. Course survey forms consisting of questions in the areas of (1) instructor’s teaching procedures, (2) students making progress on meeting twelve course learning objectives, and (3) course / faculty utilization of five categories of teaching and learning styles were administered to the class. Howard University School of Pharmacy IDEA Users Group Meeting 1/20/10

  17. Case Study: Restructuring Integrated Therapeutics Lab 1 to Enhance Teaching and Learning Effectiveness Methodology: A designated evaluator functioning independently from the course coordinator administered the evaluations at a pre- determined time and date designated on the course syllabus. Approximately eighty-six students completed the evaluations in a twenty-minute time period. Surveys are collected and sent to the IDEA Center for analysis Howard University School of Pharmacy IDEA Users Group Meeting 1/20/10

  18. Case Study: Restructuring Integrated Therapeutics Lab 1 to Enhance Teaching and Learning EffectivenessProgress on Meeting Learning Objectives

  19. Case Study: Restructuring Integrated Therapeutics Lab 1 to Enhance Teaching and Learning EffectivenessEffectiveness of Teaching Methods and Styles Howard University School of Pharmacy IDEA Users Group Meeting 1/20/10

  20. Case Study: Restructuring Integrated Therapeutics Lab 1 to Enhance Teaching and Learning Effectiveness 2006 Findings: Evaluation results revealed adequate performance in Progress on Meeting Learning Objectives but showed an area of concern in the use of effective Teaching and Learning Methods and Styles in the course to enhance student performance. Howard University School of Pharmacy IDEA Users Group Meeting 1/20/10

  21. Case Study: Restructuring Integrated Therapeutics Lab 1 to Enhance Teaching and Learning Effectiveness Findings: Evaluation of Progress on Meeting Learning Objectives 2006 • Meets standard defined as a rating of 3.5 or higher Action: Continued Course Content in 2007 Howard University School of Pharmacy IDEA Users Group Meeting 1/20/10

  22. Case Study: Restructuring Integrated Therapeutics Lab 1 to Enhance Teaching and Learning Effectiveness Action: Implemented Improvement Strategies in 2007 Evaluation of Effective Utilization of Teaching Methods & Styles 2006 • Meets standard defined as a rating of 3.5 or higher Howard University School of Pharmacy IDEA Users Group Meeting 1/20/10

  23. Case Study: Restructuring Integrated Therapeutics Lab 1 to Enhance Teaching and Learning EffectivenessEffectiveness of Teaching Methods and Styles Teaching Methods & Styles Areas of Instructor’s Teaching Procedures Surveyed • 19. Gave projects, tests, or assignments that required original or creative thinking • Involved students in hands-in projects such as research, case studies, or real life activities • 9. Encourages students to use multiple resources (e.g., data banks, library holdings, outside experts) to improve understanding • 11. Related course material to real life situations • Made it clear how each topic fit into the course (obj. 22,23, & 24) • Gave tests, projects, etc., that covered the most important points of the course (obj. 22) • Explained course material clearly and concisely (obj. 22 ,23,& 24) • Scheduled course work in ways which encouraged students to stay up-to-date in their work (Not relevant to selected objectives) • 17. Provided timely and frequent feedback on tests, reports, projects, etc., to help students improve (Not relevant to selected objectives)

  24. Case Study: Restructuring Integrated Therapeutics Lab 1 to Enhance Teaching and Learning Effectiveness Use of Findings: Improvement Strategies Overall, students felt the teaching styles were appropriate with the majority of responses rated as substantial” or “exceptional” on a 1 – 5 point scale. Areas of focus for strengthening included: Establishing Rapport 1. Encouraged student-faculty interaction outside of class (2.6 avg rating) and 2. Explained the reasons for criticisms of students’ academic performance (3.2 avg rating) Structuring Classroom Experience 1. Provided timely and frequent feedback on tests, reports, projects, etc., to help students improve (2.8 avg rating) Howard University School of Pharmacy IDEA Users Group Meeting 1/20/10

  25. Case Study: Restructuring Integrated Therapeutics Lab 1 to Enhance Teaching and Learning Effectiveness Use of Findings: Improvement Strategies Suggestions from faculty development workshops addressing student assessment as well as peer faculty feedback were used to develop and incorporate improvement strategies in the following areas: • Stimulating Student Interest (ranked among lowest three areas) • Establishing Rapport (ranked among lowest three areas) • Structuring Classroom Experience (ranked among lowest three areas) Howard University School of Pharmacy IDEA Users Group Meeting 1/20/10

  26. Case Study: Restructuring Integrated Therapeutics Lab 1 to Enhance Teaching and Learning Effectiveness Use of Findings: Improvement Strategies Stimulating Student Interest 1. Introducing stimulating ideas about subject matter (obj. 13) Corrective Action for Spring 2007 • Introduced game-style learning 2. Demonstrated the importance and significance of the subject matter (obj. 4) Corrective Action for Spring 2007 • Included stated lab objectives and outlined lab activities for specific lab sessions • Encouraged all faculty participating in conducting lab to provide written lab objectives Howard University School of Pharmacy IDEA Users Group Meeting 1/20/10

  27. Case Study: Restructuring Integrated Therapeutics Lab 1 to Enhance Teaching and Learning Effectiveness Use of Findings: Improvement Strategies Establishing Rapport 1. Found ways to help students answer their own questions (obj. 2) Corrective Action for Spring 2007 • Lab teams use designated time to solve problem-based lab activities including independent / group research of questions 2. Explained the reasons for criticisms of students’ academic performance (obj. 7) Corrective Action for Spring 2007 • Blackboard discussion board for clarification of lab activities • Discussions held during weekly remediation to address prior performance issues 3. Displayed a personal interest in students and their learning (obj. 1) Corrective Action for Spring 2007 • Coordinator met regularly with students during weekly remediation sessions • Coordinator attended individual weekly lab sessions Howard University School of Pharmacy IDEA Users Group Meeting 1/20/10

  28. Case Study: Restructuring Integrated Therapeutics Lab 1 to Enhance Teaching and Learning Effectiveness Use of Findings: Improvement Strategies Structuring Classroom Experience 1. Made it clear how each topic fit into the course (obj. 6) Corrective Action for Spring 2007 • Lab activity topics followed the weekly lecture topics • Included stated lab objectives and outlined lab activities for specific lab sessions. • Encouraged all faculty participating in conducting lab to provide written lab objectives 2. Explained course material clearly and concisely (obj. 10) Corrective Action for Spring 2007 • Included stated lab objectives and outlined lab activities for specific lab sessions • Encouraged all faculty participating in conducting lab to provide written lab objectives Howard University School of Pharmacy IDEA Users Group Meeting 1/20/10

  29. Case Study: Restructuring Integrated Therapeutics Lab 1 to Enhance Teaching and Learning Effectiveness Use of Findings: Improvement Strategies Structuring Classroom Experience 3. Gave tests, projects, etc. that covered the most important points of the course (obj. 12) Corrective Action for Spring 2007 • Lab facilitators graded lab activities Howard University School of Pharmacy IDEA Users Group Meeting 1/20/10

  30. Case Study: Restructuring Integrated Therapeutics Lab 1 to Enhance Teaching and Learning Effectiveness 2007 Follow-Up Results Howard University School of Pharmacy IDEA Users Group Meeting 1/20/10

  31. Case Study: Restructuring Integrated Therapeutics Lab 1 to Enhance Teaching and Learning Effectiveness Evaluation of Progress on Meeting Twelve Learning Objectives 2006 Compared to 2007 • Meets standard defined as a rating of 3.5 or higher Howard University School of Pharmacy IDEA Users Group Meeting 1/20/10

  32. Case Study: Restructuring Integrated Therapeutics Lab 1 to Enhance Teaching and Learning Effectiveness Evaluation of Effective Utilization of Teaching Methods & Styles 2006 Compared to 2007 • Meets standard defined as a rating of 3.5 or higher Howard University School of Pharmacy IDEA Users Group Meeting 1/20/10

  33. Case Study: Restructuring Integrated Therapeutics Lab 1 to Enhance Teaching and Learning Effectiveness Interpretation of Follow-Up Assessment Increased student perception of course utilization of effective teaching and learning strategies to improve student learning. Howard University School of Pharmacy IDEA Users Group Meeting 1/20/10

  34. Future Use of IDEA Center to Enhance Teaching and Learning Effectiveness Ensure student portfolio documentation of competence in meeting learning objectives Ensure all twelve learning objectives are covered across curriculum in varying degrees of intensity (Important & Essential) Track each individual course’s use of IDEA Center Report finding Howard University School of Pharmacy IDEA Users Group Meeting 1/20/10

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