Presentations on Research Skills

The following online and Powerpoint presentations have been made to assist researchers in developing skills to design and undertake research studies, to analyse data, to present at conferences and to publish study results in peer-reviewed journals. 

 

1. Critical Appraisal of Published Literature

Dr Karin Ried, Program Manager PHCRED, School of Population Health and Clinical Practice, The University of Adelaide

Presented in April 2008 at the University of Adelaide to early- and mid-career researchers.

Associated Publication

 

2. Understanding Systematic Review & Meta-Analysis

Dr Karin Ried, Program Manager PHCRED, School of Population Health and Clinical Practice, The University of Adelaide

Presented in April 2008 at the University of Adelaide to early- and mid-career researchers.

Associated Publications & Material

 

3. Survey Design

Dr Karin Ried, Program Manager PHCRED, School of Population Health and Clinical Practice, The University of Adelaide

Presentated in April 2008 at the University of Adelaide to early- and mid-career researchers.

 

4. Introduction to Qualitative Research 

Rachel Boak, Research Fellow GGT UDRH

Powerpoint presentation given in April 2007 to early-career researchers.  Introduces qualitative research, including a definition of qualitative research, an overview of metholodologies and data analysis, and a listing of useful resources.

 

5. Instructions for Authors

Professor James Dunbar, Director GGT UDRH

An online presentation made as the Editor of the Australian Journal of Rural Health in March 2007. Includes a summary of key instructions for authors submitting papers for publication.

 

6. Writing a Scientific Paper 

Professor Prasuna Reddy, Director Research GGT UDRH

An online presentation made as Deputy Editor of the Australian Journal of Rural Health in March 2007. Includes key points to consider when writing for publication.

 

7. Measuring Outcomes: Validity, Reliability and Sensitivity 

Associate Professor Adrian Schoo, Deputy Director GGT UDRH & Director Workforce GGT UDRH

Powerpoint presentation given in March 2007 to the PHCRED Writing Group.  Discusses validity, reliability and sensitivity, including definitions, ways to enhance the reliability of a study and what to consider when planning a study.