NIeCer 104: Introduction to Systematic Reviews for Dental Health Professionals

COURSE CONTENTS

The course includes 8 lectures (as shown below) covering the various concepts and step involved in conducting a systematic review. Learning materials will include - video lectures, lecture handouts and additional reading/resource materials.

1. Overview of Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
2. Framing the review question
3. Framing the eligibility criteria
4. Sources of literature
5. Strategies for searching the evidence
6. Screening, selection and data abstraction process
7. Assessing bias and data synthesis
8. PRISMA- P and protocol registration

ASSIGNMENTS

• All lectures will have online assignments consisting of 5 multiple-choice questions (MCQs). Thus, the ‘total assignment score’ sums to a maximum of 40.

CRITERIA TO GET A CERTIFICATE

• A minimum of 70% in total assignment score is necessary for successful completion and certification.

COURSE PROCESS



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