RT Journal Article
SR Electronic
T1 Using Curriculum Mapping to Engage Faculty Members in the Analysis of a Pharmacy Program
JF American Journal of Pharmaceutical Education
JO Am J Pharm Educ
FD American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy
SP 139
DO 10.5688/ajpe787139
VO 78
IS 7
A1 Sheryl Zelenitsky
A1 Lavern Vercaigne
A1 Neal M. Davies
A1 Christine Davis
A1 Robert Renaud
A1 Cheryl Kristjanson
YR 2014
UL http://www.ajpe.org/content/78/7/139.abstract
AB Objective. To develop a curriculum mapping process that supports continuous analysis and evidence-based decisions in a pharmacy program.Design. A curriculum map based on the national educational outcomes for pharmacy programs was created using conceptual frameworks grounded in cognitive learning and skill acquisition.Assessment. The curriculum map was used to align the intended curriculum with the national educational outcomes and licensing examination blueprint. The leveling and sequencing of content showed longitudinal progression of student learning and performance. There was good concordance between the intended and learned curricula as validated by survey responses from employers and graduating students.Conclusion. The curriculum mapping process was efficient and effective in providing an evidence-based approach to the continuous quality improvement of a pharmacy program.