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Epidemiology Workshop: Interpreting and Using Epidemiologic Evidence
Location
Internet
Term
Winter Institute
Department
Epidemiology
Credit(s)
2
Academic Year
2024 - 2025
Instruction Method
Synchronous Online
W, Th, F, 1:00 - 6:30pm
Auditors Allowed
No
Available to Undergraduate
No
Grading Restriction
Letter Grade or Pass/Fail
Course Instructor(s)
Contact Name
Frequency Schedule
Every Other Year
Resources
Prerequisite
one course in Epidemiology
Includes workshops to build skills in using findings from epidemiologic studies for practice and policy purposes. Develops skills in the utilization of findings from epidemiologic studies. Uses an interactive, problem-based approach that draws from topical issues, such as hormone-replacement therapy and heart disease risk. Critiques articles and also read and evaluate reports that synthesize evidence from the literature for policy formulation. Gains an understanding of systematic reviews and meta-analysis and of criteria for evidence classification. Stresses the characterization of uncertainty. Examines how epidemiological evidence is used in decision-making in public health venues and other settings.
Learning Objectives
Upon successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
- Develop skills in reading and evaluating epidemiological studies
- Interpret syntheses of epidemiological evidence carried out for purposes of policy translation
Methods of Assessment
This course is evaluated as follows:
- 100% Written Assignment(s)