We'll be going over statistical fundamentals, including P-values and confidence intervals, outcome measures like odds ratio and relative risk, and the methodology behind randomised controlled trials (RCTs).
AMRS teaching session 3 - statistics and randomised controlled trials
Description
Summary
Join us in our enlightening AMRS Teaching Session 3 - 'Statistics and Randomised Controlled Trials'. This course will delve deep into essential statistical fundamentals such as P-values and confidence intervals, and key outcome measures like odds ratio and relative risk. Enhance your understanding of the exciting methodology behind randomised controlled trials (RCTs). Don't miss out on this opportunity to sharpen your analytical skills, essential for medical practitioners.
Learning objectives
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By the end of the session, learners will be able to understand and explain the concept of P-values and confidence intervals and how they are utilised in statistical analysis within medical research.
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Participants will be able to differentiate between various outcome measures including odds ratio and relative risk, their significance and implications to the interpretation of research findings.
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Learners will be able to comprehend the importance of randomised controlled trials in clinical research and the factors contributing to its reliability and validity.
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Participants will be trained to critically analyse the methodology of randomised controlled trials, identify potential biases, and critique their use in specific research contexts.
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By the conclusion of the teaching session, learners should be able to apply the statistical knowledge learned to real-world medical research scenarios, specifically interpreting the results from randomised controlled trials to drive evidence-based practices.