Hosted by the Pharmaceutics
This project implemented the Process-Oriented Guided Inquiry Learning (POGIL) technique in combination with Demo Dose® Simulated Medications to teach the Pharmaceutics of Drug Delivery Systems course. Students participated in guided inquiry activities in small teams, using simulated prescription and over-the-counter products to connect course concepts with practical applications. The approach reinforced key topics through hands-on tasks such as evaluating dosage forms, interpreting product labels, performing calculations, and assessing drug delivery devices. Integrating POGIL with simulated medications addressed diverse learning styles, including kinesthetic-tactile learners, and promoted collaborative problem-solving. Student performance improved, with a 100% pass rate and most students achieving high grades for the last two years.
Objectives:
- Implement POGIL activities to develop critical thinking and application of pharmaceutics concepts.
- Use simulated medications to reinforce the understanding of drug delivery systems.
- Facilitate teamwork and communication through structured group problem-solving.
- Assess student ability to interpret product labels, excipients, and dosage form characteristics.
- Track changes in course performance and concept retention compared to prior years.
Moderator:
Dr. Hemachand Tummala
Professor of Pharmaceutics
South Dakota State University
Speakers:
Ashana Puri, B.Pharm, M.Pharm, PhD
Associate Professor
East Tennessee State University