Kevin T Fuji1, Kimberly A Galt1. 1. Creighton University School of Pharmacy and Health Professions, Omaha, Nebraska.
Abstract
OBJECTIVE: To describe the development and assessment of an online elective health informatics course and determine its potential for universal integration into doctor of pharmacy (PharmD) curricula. DESIGN: A 2-credit hour online elective course was developed and offered to all PharmD students; voiced-over Powerpoint lectures were used to deliver content. ASSESSMENT: Assessment of student performance was measured using quantitative metrics via discussion questions, quizzes, written papers, and examinations. Qualitative findings were measured through discussion questions, a goal-setting classroom assessment technique, and an end-of-course reflection. Students report finding value in the course and recognizing how the knowledge gained could impact their future practice as pharmacists. CONCLUSION: An online course in health informatics can be an effective way to deliver content and provide a blueprint for continued integration of the content into curricula.
OBJECTIVE: To describe the development and assessment of an online elective health informatics course and determine its potential for universal integration into doctor of pharmacy (PharmD) curricula. DESIGN: A 2-credit hour online elective course was developed and offered to all PharmD students; voiced-over Powerpoint lectures were used to deliver content. ASSESSMENT: Assessment of student performance was measured using quantitative metrics via discussion questions, quizzes, written papers, and examinations. Qualitative findings were measured through discussion questions, a goal-setting classroom assessment technique, and an end-of-course reflection. Students report finding value in the course and recognizing how the knowledge gained could impact their future practice as pharmacists. CONCLUSION: An online course in health informatics can be an effective way to deliver content and provide a blueprint for continued integration of the content into curricula.
Keywords:
health informatics; health information technology; online education; pharmacy informatics
Authors: Ross E Vanderbush; H Glenn Anderson; William K Fant; Brad S Fujisaki; Patrick M Malone; Paul L Price; Maria C Pruchnicki; Teresa L Sterling; Kara D Weatherman; Karl G Williams Journal: Am J Pharm Educ Date: 2007-12-15 Impact factor: 2.047