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Selected Works of Edo-abasi U. McGee
Presentation
The Impact of Instagram® on Student Engagement and Learning of Infectious Diseases
120th Annual Meeting of the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy (2019)
  • Drew W. Cates, Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
  • Jonas Arthur, Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
  • Timothy Coyle, Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
  • Edo-abasi U. McGee
  • Essie Samuel, Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
  • Vishakha Bhave, Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
Abstract
Objective: To evaluate the impact of Instagram® on Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D) student engagement and learning of infectious diseases in the didactic curriculum. Methods: In the 2018-2019 academic year (AY), second year pharmacy students enrolled in the Infectious Diseases course at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine School of Pharmacy (PCOM-SOP) were informed of Instagram® utilization to enhance learning. A pre-survey and pre-knowledge assessment were administered on day one of the class to assess student perception and knowledge. Uniquely curated content was created and posted daily to Instagram® to increase student engagement and knowledge. Throughout the term, Instagram® posts were scheduled one to three times per day on weekdays. Upon completion of the course, a post-knowledge assessment and post-survey were re-administered to students. Iconosquare®, an analytical platform, was used to determine student impressions of “comments”, “likes”, “saves”, and “reach” on Instagram®. Results: A total of 88 students were enrolled in the course. The average pre-knowledge assessment score was significantly lower compared to the average post-knowledge score. Throughout the term there was a total of 329 “comments”, 1,100 “likes”, 304 “saves”, and 4,400 “reached” on Instagram®. Implications: Use of Instagram® is an innovative teaching method, which has had a positive impact on student knowledge and increased engagement beyond the realm of the classroom.
Disciplines
Publication Date
July, 2019
Location
Chicago, IL
DOI
https://doi.org/10.5688/ajpe7654
Citation Information
Drew W. Cates, Jonas Arthur, Timothy Coyle, Edo-abasi U. McGee, et al.. "The Impact of Instagram® on Student Engagement and Learning of Infectious Diseases" 120th Annual Meeting of the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy (2019)
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