Designing equitable and inclusive assessments in pharmacology: insights from education practices in medical sciences

Designing equitable and inclusive assessments in pharmacology: insights from education practices in medical sciences | Authorea try { document.documentElement.classList.add('js'); } catch (e) { } var _gaq = _gaq || []; _gaq.push(['_setAccount', 'G-8VDV14Y67G']); _gaq.push(['_trackPageview']); (function() { var ga = document.createElement('script'); ga.type = 'text/javascript'; ga.async = true; ga.src = ('https:' == document.location.protocol ? 'https://ssl' : 'http://www') + '.google-analytics.com/ga.js'; var s = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; s.parentNode.insertBefore(ga, s); })(); Skip to main content Preprints Collections Wiley Open Research IET Open Research Ecological Society of Japan All Collections About About Authorea FAQs Contact Us Quick Search anywhere Search for preprint articles, keywords, etc. Search Search ADVANCED SEARCH SCROLL British Journal of Clinical Pharmacology This is a preprint and has not been peer reviewed. Data may be preliminary. 1 July 2025 V1 Latest version Share on Designing equitable and inclusive assessments in pharmacology: insights from education practices in medical sciences Authors : Brendan Wilkins 0000-0003-1541-3695 and Elvan Djouma 0000-0002-7414-6278 [email protected] Authors Info & Affiliations https://doi.org/10.22541/au.175134812.22504813/v1 Published British Journal of Clinical Pharmacology Version of record Peer review timeline 314 views 175 downloads Contents Abstract Supplementary Material Information & Authors Metrics & Citations View Options References Figures Tables Media Share Abstract Inclusive assessment is essential in higher education to ensure that all students, regardless of background, ability, or circumstance, have equitable opportunities to demonstrate their learning. In high-stakes disciplines such as pharmacology and medical sciences, where assessment outcomes significantly influence academic progression and professional qualification, embedding inclusive practices is particularly important. Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) have emerged as central principles in shaping contemporary educational approaches, especially in how we design and deliver assessments. Integrating EDI into pharmacology assessment is critical for creating learning environments that are fair, accessible, and responsive to the needs of a diverse student body, including individuals from varied cultural and socio-economic backgrounds, those with disabilities, and neurodivergent learners. This review examines the theoretical underpinnings and practical applications of inclusive assessment within pharmacology and related health science disciplines and integrates practical examples to highlight innovative strategies that promote equitable and pedagogically sound evaluation of student learning. In doing so, the paper also acknowledges the systemic and institutional challenges that may impede implementation and proposes evidence-informed, actionable recommendations to address these barriers. The overarching aim is to support educators in advancing inclusive assessment practices that not only foster academic success and fairness but also contribute to the development of a diverse, capable healthcare workforce equipped to navigate the complex health challenges of the 21st century. Supplementary Material File (inclusive pharmacology assessment review paper.docx) Download 165.14 KB Information & Authors Information Version history V1 Version 1 01 July 2025 Peer review timeline Published British Journal of Clinical Pharmacology Version of Record 19 Nov 2025 Published Copyright This work is licensed under a Non Exclusive No Reuse License. Collection British Journal of Clinical Pharmacology Authors Affiliations Brendan Wilkins 0000-0003-1541-3695 University of New South Wales View all articles by this author Elvan Djouma 0000-0002-7414-6278 [email protected] La Trobe University View all articles by this author Metrics & Citations Metrics Article Usage 314 views 175 downloads .FvxKWukQNSOunydq8rnd { width: 100px; } Citations Download citation Brendan Wilkins, Elvan Djouma. Designing equitable and inclusive assessments in pharmacology: insights from education practices in medical sciences. Authorea . 01 July 2025. 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