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A multiyear analysis of team-based learning in a pharmacotherapeutics course

A multiyear analysis of team-based learning in a pharmacotherapeutics course

UC Irvine

UC Irvine

Patreid 2013. Different sections developed into FAQ format for strategies to try, the importance of active learning, etc.

Patreid 2013. Different sections developed into FAQ format for strategies to try, the importance of active learning, etc.

Good overview on the basic steps for conducting a needs assessment and things to consider during the process. Provides great detail and examples for survey, interview, and focus group needs assessment types.

Highlights the Three Phase Model of conducting a needs assessment and provides in-depth analysis of each phase. Provides a great toolkit for group working to create a needs assessment.

Interesting article on planning a needs assessment based on organization, occupation, or individual perspective and goals. Good first step in helping to decide what educational objectives you would like your activity to fulfilling these needs.

Great overview for needs assessments specific to the medical community. Although it is focused on medical residents, the commentary definitely applies to the field of pharmacy - especially for those co-precepting or precepting students.

Interesting way to incorporate metacognition into the evaluation aspect of teaching by using "exam wrappers" which forces the student to reflect on their studying and answer on an exam before submitting a request to look at a particular exam question or score. This can help students to identify strengths and weaknesses and ways to adapt to future studying/exams. Has example exam wrappers.

Interesting article aimed at secondary faculty members to enhance their teaching skills. The author drew an interesting and humorous analogy between metacognition and American Idol (and other reality shows). Which I think it's certainly something everyone can relate to having seen at least a few minutes of the "bad singers" that kick off each season of American Idol. I think this is relatable because I'm sure everyone would agree that at some point in our lives we have mistaken ourselves for being better at something than we really are...which is the opposite of metacognition. In contrast, to continue with the Idol example, if one is able to recognize how poor of a singer they are, then in turn take voice lessons, practice singing often, listening to their singing and critiquing and making a plan to fix the issue and ultimately change course to actually become a better singer- that is the basis of metacognition. This article also illustrates several ways to enhance the classroom activity to help both students and instructor assess understanding.

Interesting article aimed at secondary faculty members to enhance their teaching skills. The author drew an interesting and humorous analogy between metacognition and American Idol (and other reality shows). Which I think it's certainly something everyone can relate to having seen at least a few minutes of the "bad singers" that kick off each season of American Idol. I think this is relatable because I'm sure everyone would agree that at some point in our lives we have mistaken ourselves for being better at something than we really are...which is the opposite of metacognition. In contrast, to continue with the Idol example, if one is able to recognize how poor of a singer they are, then in turn take voice lessons, practice singing often, listening to their singing and critiquing and making a plan to fix the issue and ultimately change course to actually become a better singer- that is the basis of metacognition. This article also illustrates several ways to enhance the classroom activity to help both students and instructor assess understanding.

This article discusses ways that the instructor can facilitate and guide metacognitive processes in students, by both asking questions and prompting students to ask themselves questions in future learning. I think this would be useful for anyone going forward who hopes to play an active role in making their students better learners.

This article discusses ways that the instructor can facilitate and guide metacognitive processes in students, by both asking questions and prompting students to ask themselves questions in future learning. I think this would be useful for anyone going forward who hopes to play an active role in making their students better learners. 

This video explains metacognition not only in the teaching role but also in professional school (veterinary), which I think is very applicable to us as a class. She notes that metacognition is required even more so in the clerkship years, than in the first two years of school. She also give tips on how she applies metacognitive practices to the classroom setting. The practice I find particular noteworthy is the idea of the end of class essay to assess understanding and to dispel misconceptions.

This video explains metacognition not only in the teaching role but also in professional school (veterinary), which I think is very applicable to us as a class. She notes that metacognition is required even more so in the clerkship years, than in the first two years of school. She also give tips on how she applies metacognitive practices to the classroom setting. The practice I find particular noteworthy is the idea of the end of class essay to assess understanding and to dispel misconceptions.

The most effective teachers vary their styles depending on the nature of the subject matter, the phase of the course, and other factors. By so doing, they encourage and inspire students to do their best at all times throughout the semester. It is helpful to think of teaching styles according to the three Ds: Directing, Discussing, and Delegating.

This is a really applicable resource to understand teacher-centered and student-centered teaching in a healthcare setting.

Describes what factors to consider when choosing a teaching style

This is a really great summary about Anthony Grasha's 5 teaching styles that also offers recommendations on ways to adopt new teaching styles.

Hosted by the site Brain Pickings, this article is a good review of fixed mindset vs. growth mindset. Also, there is a great info graphic to help explain the difference.

Penn State - 2007. Addresses specific examples of active learning stratgies to employ in class, including examples from professors. Professors speak on their methods and how to apply it to students

Penn State - 2007. Addresses specific examples of active learning stratgies to employ in class, including examples from professors. Professors speak on their methods and how to apply it to students