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ABSTRACT
In recent years the delivery of practical laboratories classes has been subjected to debate, with regards to pedagogical efficiency. Our aim was to develop a pre-laboratory online learning resource that enhances the preparedness and performance within laboratory classes. A study was conducted using second year Pharmacy students, in which the class was given access to an online learning resource that included visual information, quizzes, safety and theory and this was compared to the laboratory script as a preparative resource for the class. Less advice was requested by students and reduced error in practical skills was observed when the online learning resource was used by students, when compared to the laboratory script. Students felt they were able to use the apparatus without the requirement of support, and thus were more confident in the laboratory class. This online resource has the potential to overcome the pedagogical limitations associated with traditional delivery of laboratory classes.
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No potential conflict of interest was reported by the authors.
Author contributions
CS generated the online learning resource through the support of MC and MJI supported in survey design. CR conducted cohort analysis. ES, AF, PK, AQ, SM, JS and CSm conducted observational analysis in laboratory classes. CS, MJI and BAP conducted the data analysis. CB and BAP designed the study.
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Charlotte Sarmouk
Charlotte Sarmouk is a undergraduate chemistry student within the School of Pharmacy and Biomolecular Sciences at the University of Brighton
Matthew J. Ingram
Matthew J. Ingram is a Principal Lecturer within the School of Pharmacy and Biomolecular Sciences at the University of Brighton. His research interest focuses on the use of technology to enhance the delivery of lectures.
Clare Read
Clare Read is senior administrator within the School of Pharmacy and Biomolecular Sciences at the University of Brighton
Marion E. Curdy
Marion E. Curdy is a learning technologies advisor at the University of Brigthon, who supports academic staff in embedding technology enhanced learning into their teaching.
Ellen Spall
Ellen Spall, Anna Farlow, Petra Kristova, Angela Quadir, Seija Maatta, John Stephens, Christine Smith and Christopher Baker are technicians within the School of Pharmacy and Biomolecular Sciences at the University of Brighton who support practical sessions for chemistry, pharmaceutical sciences and pharmacy degree students.
Bhavik Anil Patel
Bhavik Anil Patel is a Reader in Clinical and Bioanalytical Chemistry within the School of Pharmacy and Biomolecular Sciences at the University of Brighton. His research interest involves the development of novel blending learning resources for delivery of pharmaceutical sciences and analytical chemistry.