ArticleJournal of educational evaluation for health professions2020
Integration of computer-simulated practical exercises into undergraduate medical pharmacology education at Mulungushi University, Zambia.
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Abstract
purposeThis study was conducted to determine whether a computer simulation of practical exercises in undergraduate medical pharmacology led to the realization of the intended learning outcomes.
methodsThe study was a descriptive analysis of laboratory classes carried out using computer simulation programs. Five programs were used to teach practical pharmacology to undergraduate medical students at the Mulungushi University School of Medicine and Health Sciences. The study period was January 2018 to December 2019. The computer programs included a pharmacokinetics simulator (CyberPatient), organ bath simulator (OBSim), AutonomiCAL for simulating autonomic pharmacology, and Virtual Cat and Virtual Rat (RatCVS) for simulating cardiovascular pharmacology. Students utilized these programs during their pharmacology laboratory classes, wrote reports, and answered relevant clinical questions.
resultsThe 5 programs provided easy and precise platforms for students to explore concepts and demonstrate knowledge of pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, autonomic and cardiovascular pharmacology, and their clinical applications.
conclusionThe programs were effective learning tools. Students' learning was easily assessed based on their laboratory reports. Although the computer programs met medical students' learning needs, wet laboratory exercises are also needed to meet the needs of students who require practical laboratory skills.
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