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The Preceptor's Compass
by Jennifer MacDougall and Harriet Davies
Welcome to The Preceptor’s Compass — your go-to podcast for navigating the world of pharmacy precepting. Whether you are just starting out or have years of experience, we are here to help you lead with confidence, clarity, and purpose. Just like a compass, this podcast is designed to keep you grounded, inspired, and pointed in the right direction as you mentor and guide the next generation of pharmacists and future colleagues. Hosted by Jennifer MacDougall (Pharmacist and Coordinator, Practice Experience) and Harriet Davies (Pharmacist and Assistant Director, Practice Experience), The Preceptor’s Compass is recorded by the sea at the Dalhousie University College of Pharmacy which we acknowledge is located in Kjipuktuk, and is part of Mi’kma’ki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi’kmaq People. We are all treaty people, and as we share and learn together, we commit to carrying f
Episodes
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Curiosity Before Conclusions - The Social Determinants of Learning in Pharmacy Practice Education
Episode at a glance A learner's performance is real information, but it is not always a complete explanation. Social determinants of learning can be barriers or facilitators, and they arise at both individual and institutional levels. A preceptor's role is not to investigate or rescue. It is to...
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APPE Preceptors of the Year: The Moments That Shape Future Pharmacists
In this special episode of The Preceptor’s Compass, we celebrate three APPE Preceptors of the Year, recognized by students for their outstanding contributions to experiential education. Through powerful student reflections and conversations with award recipients Chelsea Caldwell and Jaime…
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Making Thinking Visible: Teaching Therapeutic Reasoning in Pharmacy
How do pharmacists actually think through therapeutic decisions—and how can preceptors help learners develop those skills? In this episode of The Preceptor’s Compass, Harriet Davies and Jennifer MacDougall are joined by Dr. Dan Rainkie and APPE PharmD student Andrew Haydar to explore the emerging...
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Rethinking Feedback: What Actually Helps Learners Grow Part 3: CONTINUE
In the final episode of this three‑part series, we focus on the Continue phase - what happens after feedback conversations, when insight does not yet lead to change. Joined by Dr. Natalie Kennie‑Kaulbach, we explore how moving from agreement to action often requires clear goals, structured...
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Rethinking Feedback: What Actually Helps Learners Grow Part 2: CONNECTING and COACHING
In Part 2 of this three‑part series, we focus on what happens in the moment of feedback - how preceptors connect with learners, set the scene, and coach in ways that support reflection and growth. Joined by Dr. Natalie Kennie‑Kaulbach, we explore how small shifts - like naming that feedback is...
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Rethinking Feedback: What Actually Helps Learners Grow Part 1: PREPARE
This episode begins a three‑part series exploring what actually helps feedback lead to meaningful learner growth, alongside Dr. Natalie Kennie‑Kaulbach. In Part 1, we focus on the Prepare phase - the work that happens before feedback is given. While feedback often feels like a single…
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Inside the Dalhousie College of Pharmacy PharmD Curriculum: What Preceptors Need to Know
What do PharmD students learn before they arrive in practice—and how does the curriculum prepare them to contribute? In this episode of The Preceptor’s Compass, Harriet and Jennifer explore the seven pillars of the Dalhousie PharmD curriculum with guest Heidi Framp, Associate Director of…
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Beyond the Counter: How Distributed Rotations Transform Pharmacy Education
In this episode of the Preceptor's Compass, we explore how distributed pharmacy rotations—in rural, remote, and urban settings—are reshaping experiential education across Canada. Guests Edmund Tan (Whitehorse, Yukon) and Anthony Lee (Vancouver, BC) share how their innovative practice models…
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Becoming a Pharmacist: The Preceptor’s Role in Shaping Professional Identity
In this episode of The Preceptor’s Compass, we explore Professional Identity Formation (PIF) -the powerful shift learners make from thinking like students to becoming pharmacists. We are joined by Dr. Janet Cooley, Dr. Teresa O’Sullivan, and Dr. Natalie Kennie‑Kaulbach, who share insights from...
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Peers in Practice: Unlocking the Power of Peer-Assisted Learning in Pharmacy
Episode Summary: In this episode of The Preceptor’s Compass, we dive into Peer-Assisted Learning (PAL)-a collaborative model where pharmacy students learn with and from each other under preceptor guidance. Our guest, Michelle MacDonald, Clinical Practice Leader and Faculty Liaison with Alberta...
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Building a Positive Inclusive Learning Environment: Fostering Confidence, Engagement, and Curiosity in Pharmacy Learners
Summary: In this episode of The Preceptor’s Compass, we sit down with Samy Barsoum—a community pharmacist, pharmacy manager, and skills lab demonstrator—to explore what it truly takes to create a learning environment where students feel safe, supported, and inspired. From fostering psychological...
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Generational Humility: Understanding Today’s Learners
Episode Summary: In this episode of The Preceptor’s Compass, we explore the concept of Generational Humility and its importance in pharmacy education. As preceptors, it is easy to fall into the trap of generational stereotypes-especially when mentoring students who may learn, communicate, or…
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Supervision to Independence: A Preceptor’s Guide to Growing Learners
Episode Summary: In this episode of The Preceptor’s Compass, we explore the journey from supervision to independence in pharmacy experiential education. Hosts Jennifer MacDougall and Harriet Davies are joined by Dr. Natalie Kennie-Kaulbach to unpack how preceptors can effectively guide learners...
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The Importance of a Strong Orientation with CLEAR Expectations and Creating a Sense of Belonging
Episode 1 – The Importance of a Strong Orientation with CLEAR Expectations and Creating a Sense of Belonging Starting a rotation can feel overwhelming for students—but a strong orientation sets the tone for everything that follows. In this first episode of The Preceptor’s Compass, co-hosts…
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The Preceptor's Compass Trailer
Welcome to Dalhousie College of Pharmacy’s new podcast - The Preceptor’s Compass much like the compass used to help find your way in the world — this podcast is designed to guide, support, and inspire pharmacy preceptors as they navigate the waters of experiential education. If you’re a preceptor...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to The Preceptor’s Compass — your go-to podcast for navigating the world of pharmacy precepting. Whether you are just starting out or have years of experience, we are here to help you lead with confidence, clarity, and purpose.
Just like a compass, this podcast is designed to keep you grounded, inspired, and pointed in the right direction as you mentor and guide the next generation of pharmacists and future colleagues.
Hosted by Jennifer MacDougall (Pharmacist and Coordinator, Practice Experience) and Harriet Davies (Pharmacist and Assistant Director, Practice Experience), The Preceptor’s Compass is recorded by the sea at the Dalhousie University College of Pharmacy which we acknowledge is located in Kjipuktuk, and is part of Mi’kma’ki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi’kmaq People. We are all treaty people, and as we share and learn together, we commit to carrying f
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Welcome to The Preceptor’s Compass — your go-to podcast for navigating the world of pharmacy precepting. Whether you are just starting out or have years of experience, we are here to help you lead with confidence, clarity, and purpose. Just like a compass, this podcast is designed to keep you...
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