P192 How to Read a Paper Properly

About This Course

This course based on a recorded webinar is the first in the CGDent 'Research and Critical Appraisal of Evidence' series of recorded webinars/courses.

This course provides an introduction into how to critically appraise a research paper. It looks at the major types of study design and the main biases that might affect it's validity. It also explains the need for critical appraisal of research evidence and introduce appraisal tools.

Aims

This course aims to provide an overview of how to critically appraise a research paper and explains the need for critical appraisal of research evidence and the use of appraisal tools.

Objectives

• To be aware of the major types of study design and their relative merits.
• To be aware of the main biases that affect study validity.
• To be aware of levels of evidence.
• To understand the need for critical appraisal of research evidence.

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this course you will understand how to critically appraise a research paper.

GDC Development Outcomes