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.
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.
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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.