Training Program Title
Introduction to Study Design
CTSA Hub Administered
yes
Contact Information
ctsitraining@tuftsmedicalcenter.org
Digital Commons Disciplines
Medical Education
Public
yes
Cost to Access
no
Competency Domains
Scientific Concepts and Research Design
Learning Objectives
Explain the importance of looking at the totality of evidence in developing and assessing a research question Define an experimental study design strategy Define an observational design strategy Identify the strengths and challenges of retrospective and prospective studies State the limitations of observational studies Express the differences between cohort and case-control studies Describe what a randomized clinical trial is Explain how to limit confounding bias Describe the strengths and limitations in doing interventional studies.
Delivery Method
Online
Target Learners
Principal Investigators; Clinical Research Professionals (other than PI)
Learning Level
Fundamental
Onboarding
no
Frequency
On demand
Associated Assessment
no