关于此课程： Evidence forms the basis of modern medicine. Clinical research provides us with this evidence, guiding health professionals towards solutions to problems that they face in daily practice. Transferring existing problems in medical practice to a research setting is a challenging process that requires careful consideration. The practice of clinical epidemiology aims to address this through the application of established approaches for research in human populations, while at all times focussing on the problem at hand from a clinical perspective. This course teaches the principles and practice of clinical epidemiology, drawing on real problems faced by medical professionals and elaborating on existing examples of clinical research. Medical researchers will lean how to translate real clinical problems into tangible research questions for investigation, gaining insight into some of the most important considerations when designing an epidemiological study along the way. Core concepts will be introduced along four key themes: diagnosis, prognosis, treatment and etiology. Followers of this course will develop their understanding of the topics addressed through lectures from experts, peer interaction and review assignments.
制作方： 乌得勒支大学
教学方： Diederick E. Grobbee, Professor
Clinical Epidemiology
教学方： Arno W. Hoes, Professor
Clinical Epidemiology
| 级别 | Intermediate |
| 承诺学习时间 | 7 weeks of study, 1-3 hours/week |
| 语言 | English |
| 如何通过 | 通过所有计分作业以完成课程。 |
| 用户评分 |
授课大纲
第 1 周
About the course
Welcome! Here you will find general information about the course. The learning objectives, the structure, the format and the requirements of completion will be presented to you.
4 阅读材料
- Reading: Welcome to the Course!
- Discussion Prompt: Introduce Yourself!
- Reading: Course Syllabus
- Reading: Book: 'Clinical Epidemiology: Principles, Methods, and Applications for Clinical Research'
- Reading: Short Survey
第 2 周
Introduction to Epidemiology
The course will kick off with a brief introduction to some of the key concepts in epidemiological research. We will warm up with two introductory lectures, followed by a small by assignment, before diving further into the field of epidemiology from a clinical context.
4 视频
- 视频: An Introduction
- 视频: Core Concepts
- 视频: Defining Your Research
- 视频: A Multi-Level Research Problem
已评分: Examples of a Clinical Problem
已评分: Introduction to Epidemiology
第 3 周
Diagnostic Research
This week we begin at the start of the DEPTh model: Diagnosis and diagnostic research. Through a series of lectures, you will come across familiar challenges in the area of diagnosis and discover how these problems can be addressed by clinical research.
4 视频
- 视频: An Introduction to Diagnostic Research
- 视频: Core Concepts in Diagnostic Research
- 视频: Designing a Diagnostic Study
- 视频: Case Study: A Diagnostic Rule for Deep Vein Thrombosis in Primary Care
已评分: Example of a Diagnostic Study
已评分: Reference Standard
已评分: Diagnostic Research
第 4 周
Prognostic Research
This week you will be introduced to the challenges of evidence-based prognostication: how can we best predict the course of a patient's health? You will learn this week how this kind of question can be addressed through epidemiological research, becoming familiar with how prognostic tools can be developed for use in guiding clinical decisions.
4 视频, 1 阅读材料, 1 练习测试
- 视频: An Introduction to Prognostic Research
- Practice Quiz: Examples of a Prognostic Study
- 视频: Designing a Prognostic Study
- Reading: Feedback
- 视频: Developing and Validating a Prediction Rule
- 视频: Case Study: Developing a Prediction Rule for 10-year Cardiovascular Disease Risk
已评分: Study Design of Data Collection
已评分: Prognostic Research
第 5 周
Intervention Research
In our final week of lectures, you will step into the world of intervention research, exploring the "Therapeutic" branch of the DEPTh model. We will focus on the study of intended and unintended effects, exploring a new kind of study design: the randomized controlled trial.
4 视频, 1 阅读材料
- 视频: An Introduction to Intervention Research
- 视频: Intended Effects
- 视频: Unintended Effects
- 视频: Case Study: Pneumococcal Vaccination in Adults
- Reading: Preparing the Debate
已评分: Intervention Research
第 6 周
The Online Debate
The task this week is in the form of an online debate in which you will study an existing piece of clinical research and contribute to a discussion of this research, forming both an objective assessment and using that to develop your own opinions.
2 项目
- Discussion Prompt: Discuss the Debate
已评分: The Online Debate
第 7 周
Exam and Conclusion
This is final assessment in the course: a quiz of 30 multiple choice questions that aim to test how well you can apply the knowledge you have gained throughout the course. Good luck!
2 阅读材料
- Discussion Prompt: Farewells
- Reading: Final Survey
- Reading: Credits
已评分: Clinical Epidemiology
常见问题解答
运作方式
Coursework
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Help from Your Peers
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制作方
乌得勒支大学
Utrecht University is a research university comprising seven faculties which collectively span the entire academic spectrum in teaching and research. Founded in 1636, the University is now a modern, leading institute enjoying a growing international reputation. In the Shanghai Ranking, Utrecht University ranks 1st in the Netherlands, 17th in Europe and 56th worldwide. The research focuses on four main strategic themes: Dynamics of Youth, Institutions for Open Societies, Life Sciences and Sustainability. Our motto is: Bright minds, better future.
评分和审阅
Good organization
for me this is a fun course . one will have to work hard but one will have fun doing the exercises in the end.
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Good