Scholarly Interests

Dr. Nohria’s primary research interest lies in the scholarship of teaching and learning in pharmacy education. He is particularly focused on exploring innovative pedagogical approaches, with a specific emphasis on game-based learning, active learning methodologies, and assessment strategies. In the realm of game-based learning, his research delves into the development and evaluation of educational games tailored to pharmacy curricula, aiming to enhance student engagement and knowledge retention. Additionally, he has investigated the implementation of active learning techniques, seeking to optimize classroom experiences by fostering interactive and participatory learning environments. Moreover, his research endeavors extend to the assessment domain and the exploration of effective methods for evaluating student performance and competencies in pharmacy education.

Selected Publications

***Please note all publications, posters, and presentations were peer-reviewed

** Not peer reviewed

^ Denotes primary or senior author

Peer-Reviewed

Nohria R^, Nielsen N, Sabnis G. Utilizing a podcast to supplement common medication learning. CPTL. 2024;16(7):102106. doi:10.1016/j.cptl.2024.05.001

Nohria R^., McBane S. The impact of failure on faculty development. Curr Pharm Teach Learn. 2022;14(2):123-126. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cptl.2021.11.016

Kang, J., Belen J.M., Nohria, R^. Reflection on the development of a patient case in Twine. Curr Pharm Teach Learn. 2021;13(12);1702-1705. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cptl.2021.09.039

Hagopian G, Nohria R^. When the student becomes the teacher: Discovering individual teaching style. Curr Pharm Teach Learn. 2020;13(2):177-180. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cptl.2020.09.013

Nohria R^, Adams J, Garrison GE. Inclusion of socioeconomic status as an additional criterion in holistic pharmacy school admission processes. Am J Pharm Educ. 2019: 83(7). DOI: https://doi.org/10.5688/ajpe7016

Posters/Abstracts/Newsletters

Wagner J, Ried D, Miles J, Nohria R^. From pixels to patients: preparing future pharmacists with interactive learning. American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy; Pharmacy Practice Section Newsletter. January 2025.

Van CC, Nohria R, Thai D. Students’ Perceptions of an Active Learning Session in Pharmaceutical Calculations. American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy Annual Meeting. July 2018. Boston, MA.

Invited Presentations/Webinars

Tucker S, Coop A, Wagner J, Nohria R^. Engaging Teaching with Tech: From Interactive Games to Guided Learning. American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy Tech SIG. May 2025.

**Nohria R^. Larkin University: faculty development session on artificial intelligence. January 2025.

Nohria R^, Khansari P, Coyne L. Do AI-Generated practice questions enhance student preparedness and assist faculty in developing questions? CUE. October 2024.

Kim RE, Morningstar-Kywi N, Nohria R. What if? Using interactive fiction to create “choose your own adventure” learning tools. International Association of Medical Science Educators. June 2023.

Kim RE, Morningstar-Kywi N, Reynolds PM, Nohria R. What if? Using accessible technology to create “choose your own adventure” style cases. American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy Annual Meeting. July 2022.

AACP 2021 Teachers Seminar Problem Solving/Critical Thinking Round Table. American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy Annual Meeting. July 2021.

Nielson N, Nohria R^. Escaping the lecture-breaking from monotony, the use of virtual escape rooms in education. Process Education Conference. June 2021.

Adams J, Nohria R^. Achieving Diversity Goals: Use of Parental Education and Occupation as an Indicator of Socioeconomic Status. American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy Annual Meeting. July 2018. Boston, MA.