Students' Perception of Pharmacology and Teaching - Learning (T-L) Methods Used in Pharmacology
Journal Title: International Journal of Medical Research Professionals - Year 2018, Vol 4, Issue 2
Abstract
Introduction: Sound knowledge of Pharmacology plays a significant role in safe and rational use of drugs in clinical practice but the subject is difficult to understand and retain. Moreover many new drugs are introduced and older ones are banned too frequently. So it becomes difficult for students to keep pace with ever changing scenario. It is thus very important to know students' perceptions and preferences for better conceptual understanding of Pharmacology. Methods: A feedback questionnaire was designed and given to 2nd year MBBS students in 5th Semester. Students filled their answers using 5 point Likert Scale. Open ended questions were also asked to get students' suggestions. Results: Out of total 150 students, 125 returned the completed questionnaire. 77% students considered blackboard teaching as best method for teaching pharmacology but suggested adding case based learning, group discussions and MCQs. Students also wanted some topics of pharmacology to be covered in final year in integration with clinical subjects. Conclusions: There is a need for some improvement in current teaching methodology like introduction of MCQs, CBL, group discussions and integration with clinical subjects for better retention and applicability of knowledge.
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Jagminder Kaur Bajaj, Preeti Garg, Satinderjit Singh
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- DOI 10.21276/ijmrp.2018.4.2.033
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