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.

Learning Outcomes

Aims

• 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

Objectives

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