Exploratory Steps to Stimulate a Deep Learning Micro-Culture. Introducing Concept Mapping Strategies into a Pharmacy Curriculum

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Short Description

In an attempt to create a culture of deep learning needed to prepare pharmacy students for their new roles beyond medication dispensing concept mapping strategies were integrated in a entry-level and advanced-level pharmacy doctorate courses. Findings indicated that concept mapping strategies can help students build and represent complex conceptual models and that this strategy can be successfully adapted to match the level of skills and knowledge. Concept mapping revealed also areas that need improvement.

Authors

• Presenter: Dan Cernusca, North Dakota State University

• Contributor: Mark Strand, North Dakota State University

• Contributor: Natasha Petry, North Dakota State University