Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly being discussed in academic writing and clinical pharmacy education, raising concerns about ethical issues, academic integrity, and the need for new legal frameworks. While AI can improve efficiency and support drug discovery, clinical decision-making, and guideline development, it also challenges traditional teaching methods, pushing education towards more critical, analytical, and creative thinking. However, some universities have banned AI use in student assignments, citing ethical and legal concerns.
AI tools can assist in academic writing, literature reviews, data analysis, and structuring assignments, but they lack the ability to perform complex reasoning or creative thinking. There are concerns about plagiarism, authorship, and the authenticity of scholarly work. Additionally, AI may lead to oversimplification of academic arguments and reduce innovation.
In clinical pharmacy education, AI has the potential to enhance learning outcomes and promote skill-based learning. It can support experiential learning, interdisciplinary education, and reflective practice. AI can also help in developing personalized learning and intelligent tutoring systems, allowing tutors to better support struggling students.
Despite these opportunities, several universities have banned AI use, possibly due to the rapid development of AI technology and the need for time to understand its ethical and legal implications. The integration of AI into pharmacy education is prompting a re-evaluation of the nature of knowledge, learning, and the purpose of education. There is a growing need for educators to adapt to the digital environment and incorporate AI into teaching methods to prepare students for the future of clinical pharmacy practice.Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly being discussed in academic writing and clinical pharmacy education, raising concerns about ethical issues, academic integrity, and the need for new legal frameworks. While AI can improve efficiency and support drug discovery, clinical decision-making, and guideline development, it also challenges traditional teaching methods, pushing education towards more critical, analytical, and creative thinking. However, some universities have banned AI use in student assignments, citing ethical and legal concerns.
AI tools can assist in academic writing, literature reviews, data analysis, and structuring assignments, but they lack the ability to perform complex reasoning or creative thinking. There are concerns about plagiarism, authorship, and the authenticity of scholarly work. Additionally, AI may lead to oversimplification of academic arguments and reduce innovation.
In clinical pharmacy education, AI has the potential to enhance learning outcomes and promote skill-based learning. It can support experiential learning, interdisciplinary education, and reflective practice. AI can also help in developing personalized learning and intelligent tutoring systems, allowing tutors to better support struggling students.
Despite these opportunities, several universities have banned AI use, possibly due to the rapid development of AI technology and the need for time to understand its ethical and legal implications. The integration of AI into pharmacy education is prompting a re-evaluation of the nature of knowledge, learning, and the purpose of education. There is a growing need for educators to adapt to the digital environment and incorporate AI into teaching methods to prepare students for the future of clinical pharmacy practice.