Title of article :
A Review on Different Virtual Learning Methods in Pharmacy Education
Author/Authors :
Noori، Amin نويسنده School of Pharmacy, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran. Noori, Amin , Kouti، Leila نويسنده Department of Clinical Pharmacy, School of Pharmacy, Jondishapur University of Medicine, Ahvaz, Iran , , Akbari، Farnaz نويسنده School of Medicine, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran. Akbari, Farnaz , Assarian، Mehrdad نويسنده School of Pharmacy, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran. Assarian, Mehrdad , Rakhshan، Amin نويسنده School of Pharmacy, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran. Rakhshan, Amin , Eslami، Kaveh نويسنده School of Pharmacy, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran. Eslami, Kaveh
Issue Information :
فصلنامه با شماره پیاپی 0 سال 2014
Pages :
6
From page :
77
To page :
82
Abstract :

Virtual learning is a type of electronic learning system based on the web. It models traditional in- person learning by providing virtual access to classes, tests, homework, feedbacks and etc. Students and teachers can interact through chat rooms or other virtual environments. Web 2.0 services are usually used for this method. Internet audio-visual tools, multimedia systems, a disco CD-ROMs, videotapes, animation, video conferencing, and interactive phones can all be used to deliver data to the students. E-learning can occur in or out of the classroom. It is time saving with lower costs compared to traditional methods. It can be self-paced, it is suitable for distance learning and it is flexible. It is a great learning style for continuing education and students can independently solve their problems but it has its disadvantages too. Thereby, blended learning (combination of conventional and virtual education) is being used worldwide and has improved knowledge, skills and confidence of pharmacy students.The aim of this study is to review, discuss and introduce different methods of virtual learning for pharmacy students.Google scholar, Pubmed and Scupus databases were searched for topics related to virtual, electronic and blended learning and different styles like computer simulators, virtual practice environment technology, virtual mentor, virtual patient, 3D simulators, etc. are discussed in this article.Our review on different studies on these areas shows that the students are highly satisfied withvirtual and blended types of learning.

Journal title :
Journal of Pharmaceutical Care
Serial Year :
2014
Journal title :
Journal of Pharmaceutical Care
Record number :
2386967
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