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Educational Evaluation and Research | Educational Psychology | Instructional Design
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Education
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English
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Program Overview


This distance learning program trains healthcare professionals in evidence-based practice principles, including formulating research questions, searching databases, and appraising evidence. Assessments include coursework, presentations, and a clinical simulation assessment. Led by Maureen Brennan, the program emphasizes the application of evidence to policy making, guideline development, and clinical decision-making.

Program Outline


Outline:

  • Course Content:
  • Formulating appropriate research questions
  • Retrieval of research evidence
  • Efficient and systematic searching of databases
  • Development of critical appraisal skills
  • Transferring evidence into practice
  • Cost effectiveness and its application to practice
  • Key summary statistics and their use in evidence based decision making
  • The use of evidence in clinical guideline and protocol development
  • Policy Making and evidence.
  • Dissemination of information

Assessment:

  • Assessment Methods:
  • Coursework (including essay, portfolio and project work)
  • OSCE clinical simulation assessment
  • Presentations with supporting material

Teaching:

  • Teaching Methods:
  • Distance learning module
  • Online attendance
  • Faculty:
  • Maureen Brennan

Other:

  • Computer Equipment Requirement:
  • Suitable personal computer
  • Good reliable Internet connection (broadband recommended)
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University of Hertfordshire

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