Evaluation of the Undergraduate Pharmacy Student Research Projects in Ambo University, Ethiopia: Retrospective Review

Gebremariam, Esayas Tadesse; Gadisa, Diriba Alemayehu

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“…Moreover, the research course did not equally entertain the nature of researches in all disciplines incorporated in the curriculum such as Pharmacology, Pharmaceutics, Pharmaceutical chemistry, and pharmacology. 17,23 The absence of knowledge transfer through research publication and presentation was among the potential outcomes of poor undergraduate research projects mentioned by key informants. In many higher learning institutions, there was no undergraduate research competition and institutionalized dissemination mechanisms to fortify students' sense of undertaking quality undergraduate research.…”

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Factors Affecting the Quality of Undergraduate Pharmacy Students’ Researches in Ambo University, Ethiopia: A Qualitative Study from Advisors’ Perspective

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2021

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Background One of the problems facing higher education institutions in developing countries such as Ethiopia is the poor quality of undergraduate students’ academic work. However, there is a scarcity of empirical data on the specific causes of the poor quality of undergraduate study. Therefore, the aim of this research is to explore factors that influence the quality of undergraduate pharmacy students’ research projects at Ambo University in Ethiopia, from the perspective of research advisors. Methods A qualitative study was held in Ambo University, Department of Pharmacy from March 2 to March 27, 2020. A total number of 15 research advisors were the participants of the study. A semi-structured interview questionaire was prepared to explore participants’ ideas about the current situation of research quality, underlying causes and perception towards outcomes of poor quality of undergraduate pharmacy students’ research projects. The necessary data were collected through in-depth interview and qualitative content analysis was employed to analyze the data. Results The majority of the key informants thought that the quality of undergraduate pharmacy students research projects is decreasing from time to time in their university due to students’ research knowledge gap, poor commitment, and motivation, lack of communication between students and advisors, plagiarism, financial problems, shortage of experienced research advisors, advisors less motivation and dedication, insufficient research facilities, lack of research fund, poor management support, and limitation of the undergraduate curriculum. They also revealed weak students’ research capacity, absence of knowledge transfer through research publication and presentation, and inadequate baseline evidence for the policymakers are the potential outcomes of poor quality undergraduate pharmacy students’ research projects. Conclusion Undergraduate research quality is a persistent problem in the department of pharmacy of Ambo University. The problem is exacerbated due to multiple factors. As a result, the university should establish a framework for collaboration among students, advisors, and university research leaders; it should also boost students’ research capacity by hiring qualified researchers, equipping the research facility with appropriate technology, and instituting a system for monitoring and evaluating research project results.

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Factors Affecting the Quality of Undergraduate Pharmacy Students’ Researches in Ambo University, Ethiopia: A Qualitative Study from Advisors’ Perspective

Gebremariam¹,

Gadisa²

2021

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“…Pharmacy colleges worldwide offer designated research tracks ( 15 , 16 ), or directed research courses as core or elective requirements ( 17 – 19 ). In several studies, students indicated improved confidence when conducting research after completing a one-semester research course ( 17 ), and in applying knowledge in practice after completing an independent research elective course ( 20 ).…”

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Perceptions and experiences of undergraduate pharmacy students and alumni toward research after exposure to undergraduate research courses

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IntroductionAcademic institutions have a duty to equip health professional students with the requisite research skills to ensure the implementation of evidence-based practice. This study aims to determine the perceptions of pharmacy students and alumni toward research after completing Undergraduate Research in Pharmacy Courses (URPCs) at the College of Pharmacy–Qatar University (CPH–QU).MethodsA cross-sectional survey was conducted. All CPH-QU alumni (n = 238), and all third- and fourth-year professional students who had completed at least one URPC at the time of conducting the study (n = 42) were approached. The questionnaire contained items relating to research experience and perceptions of significance, confidence in conducting research, actual and anticipated outcomes, and motivation for future research. A Theoretical Domains Framework informed the development of selected items.ResultsThe response rate was 72.1% (202/280); however, the usable rate was 95.5% (193/202). The participants gave positive responses relating to their perceptions of research significance {Median = 5.0 [Interquartile range (IQR) = 1.0], Minimum–Maximum = 1–5}, confidence in conducting research [Median = 4.0 (IQR = 1.0), Minimum–Maximum = 1–5], actual and anticipated outcomes [Median = 4.0 (IQR = 1.0), Minimum–Maximum = 1–5], and motivation for future research plans [Median = 4.0 (IQR = 1.0), Minimum–Maximum = 1–5]. The majority of participants perceived non-confidence in using data analysis software [72 (39.4% non-confidence)] and a high proportion of participants were non-confident in conducting data analysis [45 (24.6% non-confidence)]. More than half reported publishing at least one peer-reviewed article [99 (54.4% agreement)] from their courses and were highly motivated to consider post-graduate degrees in pharmacy [132 (73.3% agreement)].ConclusionsIncorporating URPCs into CPH–QU curriculum has potentially improved students and alumni's perceptions of research. Action is needed to improve confidence in different aspects of research.

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Involvement of pharmacy students in scientific research activities in Vietnam

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Evaluation of the Undergraduate Pharmacy Student Research Projects in Ambo University, Ethiopia: Retrospective Review

Cited by 3 publications

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Factors Affecting the Quality of Undergraduate Pharmacy Students’ Researches in Ambo University, Ethiopia: A Qualitative Study from Advisors’ Perspective

Factors Affecting the Quality of Undergraduate Pharmacy Students’ Researches in Ambo University, Ethiopia: A Qualitative Study from Advisors’ Perspective

Perceptions and experiences of undergraduate pharmacy students and alumni toward research after exposure to undergraduate research courses

Involvement of pharmacy students in scientific research activities in Vietnam

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