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Levels of Evidence and How To Write Scientifically

The document discusses how to make the best use of available research and evidence to support coursework submissions. It covers potential pitfalls and bad practices to avoid, examples of excellence in discussion forums, and how to critically appraise evidence and go beyond just reading literature.

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Levels of Evidence and How To Write Scientifically

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Day 4 - Levels of Evidence and How to Write Scientifically

Today, Dr. Simon Williams discusses how you can make the best use of the available
research and evidence to support the elements of work that you have to submit as part
of your course.
During this presentation you will learn:
 of the potential pitfalls and bad practice that can occur, and how to avoid them
 examples of what is required to achieve excellence in the discussion forum
 how to make good use of the evidence base to construct your answers and
arguments
 how to go beyond reading literature and engage in critical appraisal
Recommended Reading
1. Critical Reading
This is a handout prepared a few years ago but still very relevant, particularly as to
critical reading.
Lewis, H., Macgregor, D and Jones, H. M. (2009).
URL: https://drive.google.com/file/d/10deW1qXwtsoktjUpkk72vA0EnBdjJkko/view

2. How to read a scientific paper


This guide was prepared for American Society of Plant Biologists, including a
particularly interesting section on statistical significance.
Williams, M. (2013)
URL: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1VI2glsaxb7cZ_NAfj0hNWWhVUk_q9R6-/view

3. Assessing the quality of research


This article was written for the British Medical Journal and emphasises the importance
of systematic review and what might be included in the system adopted.
Glasziou, P., Vandenbroucke, J. and Chambers, I. (2004).
URL: https://drive.google.com/file/d/15yfhMCyChEP1kdnCHYL2X4rjUnjoxy-s/view

4. Interpreting and understanding meta-analysis graphs: a practical guide


This guide was written for the Australian Family Physician and focuses on the
differences in applying binary or variable analysis.
Reid, C. (2006).
URL: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1W6iyibg2QD8WnGOE4LumlDs43Tg_UOZf/view

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