Department of Pharmacy Practice and Clinical Pharmacy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Future University in Egypt, Cairo, 11835, Egypt.
Department of Pharmaceutics and Pharmaceutical Technology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Future University in Egypt, Cairo, 11835, Egypt.
BMC Res Notes. 2024 Oct 2;17(1):285. doi: 10.1186/s13104-024-06919-0.
This study examined the impact of a short-term study abroad program, focusing on program evaluation, attendee satisfaction, and acquired knowledge and skills. A questionnaire survey was conducted covering various aspects including demographics, program evaluation, and feedback.
Results indicated higher female participation due to gender imbalances in pharmacy students in Egypt, with senior students recognizing the value of international experience. Attendee satisfaction was high, with positive feedback on accommodation, tours, and workshop materials. Field visits and workshops provided valuable experiential learning, with attendees suggesting extending the program's duration. The program equipped attendees with knowledge and skills relevant to pharmaceutical products and services, leading to improved competences and perceptions. The study concludes that such study abroad experiences profoundly impact personal growth and recommends integrating them into educational curricula for valuable experiences.
本研究考察了短期出国留学项目的影响，重点关注项目评估、参与者满意度以及所获得的知识和技能。通过问卷调查的方式，涵盖了人口统计学、项目评估和反馈等各个方面。
结果表明，由于埃及药学专业学生性别失衡，女性参与度更高，高年级学生认识到国际经验的价值。参与者满意度较高，对住宿、旅游和讲习班材料给予了积极反馈。实地考察和讲习班提供了有价值的体验式学习，参与者建议延长项目的持续时间。该项目使参与者获得了与药品和服务相关的知识和技能，从而提高了他们的能力和认知。研究得出结论，这种出国留学经历对个人成长有深远的影响，并建议将其纳入教育课程中，以获得宝贵的经验。
