Table 3 IPPE students’ experiences with the virtual IPPE training
Items on the questionnaire | Strongly disagree | Disagree | Neutral | Agree | Strongly Agree |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
I was excited when I learned that my training would not be delayed | 4.6 | 6.9 | 21.8 | 20.7 | 46.0 |
I was happy when I learned that my training would be conducted virtually | 14.9 | 18.4 | 27.6 | 19.5 | 19.5 |
The goals and objectives of the training were outlined and/or explained at the beginning of the training | 1.1 | 2.3 | 23.0 | 34.5 | 39.1 |
The use of the electronic learning management system for training was successful and user-friendly | 4.6 | 6.9 | 11.5 | 37.9 | 39.1 |
The use of simulation was enjoyable and provided me with close experience to real-life training | 1.2 | 2.3 | 21.8 | 28.7 | 46.0 |
The electronic lectures and resources provided were beneficial in my training | 4.6 | 5.7 | 27.6 | 41.4 | 20.7 |
The time allowed for completing the required activities was adequate | 2.4 | 8.0 | 23.0 | 33.3 | 33.3 |
The quantity of activities that needed to be completed on a weekly basis was sufficient to learn new things | 4.6 | 17.2 | 29.9 | 34.5 | 13.8 |
The online training coordinators were readily available to answer questions and concerns | 2.3 | 4.6 | 24.1 | 36.8 | 32.2 |
This virtual training experience provided an environment that facilitated my learning | 4.6 | 4.6 | 27.6 | 37.9 | 25.3 |
My verbal communication skills were enhanced by this training experience | 9.2 | 12.6 | 35.6 | 32.2 | 10.4 |
My written communication skills were enhanced by this training experience | 4.6 | 5.7 | 23.0 | 48.3 | 18.4 |
My clinical skills were enhanced by this training experience | 5.7 | 5.7 | 26.4 | 46.0 | 16.1 |
I was able to apply previously learned materials during this training experience | 2.3 | 4.6 | 23.0 | 46.0 | 24.1 |
My overall training experience was good and I am satisfied with what I have learned | 2.3 | 8.0 | 21.8 | 40.2 | 27.6 |
I believe this experience will help me to be a better pharmacist | 3.4 | 6.9 | 16.1 | 49.4 | 24.1 |
The use of online quizzes, completing online courses, participating in team-based activities, and simulation activities was a fair way to assess my learning experience | 6.9 | 5.7 | 34.5 | 29.9 | 23.0 |