Lectures

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Summaries of Lectures

Lecture 1: Introduction to Polarity Management in Research

The aim of this lecture is to introduce students to the principles of polarity management in research. Students will learn to distinguish between basic and applied research, as well as outcome-based and process-based research frameworks. Through structured debates and group work, students will develop critical thinking skills and reflect on their personal research approaches.

Lecture 2: The Medical Research Council (MRC) Framework

The aim of this lecture is to familiarize students with the MRC Framework and its application in research. Students will learn to formulate and refine research questions that align with the framework's phases. They will also begin drafting research proposals and engage in peer review processes to enhance their work.

Lecture 3: Developing Research Proposals within the MRC Framework

The aim of this lecture is to deepen students' understanding of research proposal development within the MRC Framework. Students will focus on selecting appropriate methods and methodologies that align with their research questions and the framework. They will also learn to create and present their research findings effectively through PowerPoint presentations.

Lecture 4: Peer Review and Presentation of Research Proposals

The aim of this lecture is to provide students with the opportunity to present their research proposals and engage in peer review. Presenters will articulate their research questions, methods, and alignment with the MRC framework, while audience members will assess and provide constructive feedback on their peers' work. This lecture emphasizes the development of both presentation and critical evaluation skills.

Lecture 5: Data Collection Tools and Ethical Considerations

The aim of this lecture is to explore various data collection tools and instruments relevant to health sciences research. Students will learn to develop comprehensive data management plans and address ethical considerations in their research. The lecture also emphasizes the importance of peer review in refining data collection methods and addressing ethical concerns.

Lecture 6: Presenting Data Collection and Management Strategies

The aim of this lecture is to allow students to present their refined data collection and management strategies. Presenters will articulate their research questions, justify their choice of data collection tools, and explain their data management plans. Audience members will evaluate these presentations, providing constructive feedback and engaging in critical discussions about research methodologies.

Lecture 7: Aligning Research with the MRC Framework

The aim of this lecture is to ensure students can effectively align their research questions with the appropriate phase of the MRC framework. Students will work individually to justify their research questions using theoretical frameworks and evidence, and in groups to critically evaluate their peers' proposals. This lecture emphasizes the importance of methodological soundness and alignment with the MRC framework.

Lecture 8: Revised Research Proposal Presentations

The aim of this lecture is to provide students with an opportunity to present their revised research proposals. Presenters will demonstrate how they've integrated peer feedback into their work, while audience members will evaluate the clarity and justification of the research questions and methods. This lecture focuses on effective communication of complex research ideas within a limited timeframe.

Lecture 9: Developing Follow-up Research Questions

The aim of this lecture is to guide students in generating new research questions that logically follow from their current research. Students will learn to adapt their data collection methods and tools to address these new questions. The lecture also emphasizes the importance of identifying and addressing new ethical concerns that arise with evolving research questions.

Lecture 10: Presenting New Research Questions and Methods

The aim of this lecture is for students to present their newly developed research questions and corresponding methods. Presenters will articulate how their new questions align with the MRC framework and justify their methodological choices. Audience members will critically evaluate these presentations, focusing on the alignment of questions with the framework and the appropriateness of proposed methods.

Lecture 11: Introduction to Implementation Science

The aim of this lecture is to introduce students to key concepts in implementation science. Students will learn about various implementation science frameworks, with a focus on the Consolidated Framework for Implementation Research (CFIR). The lecture emphasizes the application of CFIR across different phases of the implementation process and collaborative work to develop detailed implementation plans.

Lecture 12: Presenting Implementation Strategies

The aim of this lecture is for students to present their implementation strategies based on the CFIR. Presenters will communicate key stages of their implementation process and justify their selection of CFIR constructs. Audience members will critically evaluate these presentations, assessing the alignment of CFIR constructs with implementation stages and providing constructive feedback.

Lecture 13: Comprehensive Research Program PresentationsThe aim of this lecture is for students to present their comprehensive research programs. Presenters will articulate their research aims, questions, methodologies, and plans for a 5-year research program. This lecture synthesizes all previous learning, requiring students to demonstrate their understanding of research gaps, methodological rigor, ethical considerations, and potential real-world implementations of their work.