Reviews
Full course description
The aim of this course is for you to formulate a sound research question regarding a topic in human movement science and to find, select, read and evaluate scientific literature critically. You will also learn how to acquire skills in reporting on the results of this process and in providing and receiving peer feedback. The final end product will be the writing of an actual systematic review, following the PRISMA and Cochrane guidelines.
This is a fully online course, delivered via the Canvas environment. The course is broken down into Modules based on the different stages of conducting a systematic review. These are roughly arranged into the different weeks of the course, but you will also be able to look one or two sections ahead throughout the course. This will offer you the opportunity to look and work a little ahead of schedule if desired. Each of the Modules holds several Learning Activities. No presence at UM is required, enabling students to simultaneously start with their placement independent of whether this will be at UM or external (e.g. abroad). However, weekly deadlines and some virtual meetings take place on Fridays.
Course objectives
Knowledge and understanding
After following this course, you are able to:
- describe and show understanding of what a systematic review is and how to conduct a systematic review;
- define and evaluate scientific research questions for systematic reviews;
- summarize observational, diagnostic or intervention studies within the field of human movement science;
- critically evaluate systematic reviews;
- describe methodological decisions which are necessary in conducting a systematic review.
Application of knowledge and understanding
You can:
- search, find, select and read critically and evaluate relevant literature and answer a research question;
- apply criteria of the quality of studies and the strength of the evidence that can be derived from the studies;
- provide conclusions about the evidence regarding observational, diagnostic or intervention studies.
- apply the findings from your systematic review to advice for research and practice.
Making judgements
You are able to:
- demonstrate that you can apply criteria for the quality of the studies and the strength of the evidence that can be derived from the studies;
- recognize gaps in the knowledge and describe topics that need further study based on the systematic review.
Communication
You are able to:
- write a systematic review in the field of human movement science;
- present the progress of your systematic review and the methodological choices you made to other students;
- provide clear and constructive feedback on the work of other students in oral and written form.
Learning skills
You can:
- search, find, select, read critically and evaluate relevant literature to define and answer a self-defined research question;
- develop a critical attitude towards the evidence of empirical studies in human movement science settings;
- respond adequately on oral and written peer feedback received from fellow student;
- apply the content of this module in given situations and in professional life.