The Development and Evaluation of Computer-Assisted Instruction Program of Pharmacology in Anticancer Drugs
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Introduction: The objectives of the study were to develop and evaluate the computer-assisted instruction (CAI) program of pharmacology in anticancer agents. Quasi-experimental design was used to compare effectiveness of self study using different media. Materials and method: The study was conducted in December 2012. The sixty of 3rd –year Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) students were randomly allocated into 2 group each group contained 30 students (control and intervention groups). The control group used conventional handouts which contained similar content as with those in CAI. The intervention group was provided CAI which was developed by the author. Pre - post test scores and student satisfaction between each group were evaluated. Results: The results found that the post-test score of both groups were significantly higher than the pre-test scores (p<0.05). However, there were no significant differences in post-test score between groups. The satisfaction score for understanding of content, attention, perception, appropriate of content, language, attractiveness, language and overall satisfaction of the intervention group were significantly higher than those of control group (p<0.05). Regarding the CAI program, participant suggested to improve on text format and should include a pause bottom for control, animation and adjustment of color. Conclusion: In conclusion, CAI lesson an anticancer could be used as an alternative method for self leaning to improve efficacy of learning.
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