We found a consistency in abstract quality regardless of the precise format used by different journals. This indicates that the framework for research articles already in place should be maintained and further modification of the framework may not necessarily improve the abstract quality.
Objective. To compare the test-taking skills and abilities (testwiseness) of Canadian senior-level pharmacy students with those of international pharmacy graduates. Methods. A 20-item testwiseness questionnaire was developed and administered to 102 participants: 35 senior-level pharmacy students, 34 international pharmacy graduates, and 34 practicing pharmacists who served as a control group. Results. Mean testwiseness scores indicated significant differences in performance between seniorlevel pharmacy students and international pharmacy graduates. Testwiseness deficiencies of international pharmacy graduates were particularly severe in domains requiring discerning use of English language. Conclusions. Differences in testwiseness appear to exist between Canadian senior-level pharmacy students and international pharmacy graduates. The genesis and implications of these differences must be evaluated further in order to determine whether testwiseness affects learning, professional development, or clinical practice.
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