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390.675.01
Outcomes and Effectiveness Research

Location
East Baltimore
Term
4th Term
Department
Clinical Investigation
Credit(s)
3
Academic Year
2019 - 2020
Instruction Method
TBD
Class Time(s)
Monday, 5:30 - 8:30pm
Auditors Allowed
Yes, with instructor consent
Available to Undergraduate
Yes
Grading Restriction
Letter Grade or Pass/Fail
Course Instructor(s)
Contact Name
Frequency Schedule
Every Year
Prerequisite

Introductory biostatistics course sequence (e.g., 140.611-612 or 140.621-623), SOCI student, or consent of instructor.

Description
Provides an overview of outcomes and effectiveness research. Emphasizes conceptual, design, and analytical aspects of research including policy implications. Covers both experimental (randomized) and observational designs. Topics covered include the spectrum of outcomes and effectiveness research. New additions to the course include qualitative research, cost-effectiveness and adaptive trial design.
Learning Objectives
Upon successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
  1. Describe a wide variety of innovative approaches to outcomes and effectiveness investigation
  2. Craft a preliminary design for an outcomes or effectiveness study
  3. Develop skills needed to critically evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of outcomes and effectiveness research
  4. Understand the implications of outcomes and effectiveness studies for end-users
Methods of Assessment
This course is evaluated as follows:
  • 80% Final Paper
  • 20% Final Presentation
Special Comments

One of the 7 courses offered in the SOCI Award Program.