Source: Office of Behavioral and Social Sciences Research at the National Institute of Health
Type: e-Book
Level: Basic
Description: This e-book contains information on conducting behavioral and social sciences research. Chapters are in module-like format, are easily accessible, and contain a good overview of topics such as appropriate research methods, multilevel modeling, ethical challenges, measuring socioeconomic status, theory development, and patient-reported outcomes.
Source: UDS Mapper
Type: Webinars
Level: Advanced
Description: This website provides links to webinars focusing on how to use the UDS Mapper. The UDS Mapper is a “mapping and decision-support tool driven primarily from data within the Uniform Data System (UDS)… designed to help inform users about the current geographic extent of U.S. federally (Section 330)-funded Health Center Program (HCP).”
Source: Office for Human Research Protections at the US Department of Health and Human Services
Type : Video
Level : Basic
Description: In this video, “Public Health Analyst Michelle Feige with the Division of Education and Development, discusses investigator obligations under the HHS regulations at 45 CFR part 46 when conducting research with human subjects. The information in this video will provide a basic understanding for those new to the field of human subjects and refresh and reinforce the knowledge of the not-so-new seeking to refresh and reinforce their understanding of the regulatory requirements.”
Source: Center for Health Outcomes, Policy, and Evaluation Studies at The Ohio State University College of Public Health
Type: Modules
Level: Intermediate
Description: The modules on this webpage address a variety of topics related to the field of Comparative Effectiveness Research. In each module, examples of analysis methods are presented in a format that allows participants to understand their application and to work through them using their own analysis program.
Source: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, Effective Health Care Program
Type: Webcasts
Level: Advanced
Description: This is the EHC Programs listing of recent webcasts that promote discussion among methodologists, researchers, and clinicians. Topics include stakeholder engagement and patient centered outcomes research, and comparative effectiveness research.
Source: National Collaborating Center for Methods and Tools
Type: Online learning module
Level: Basic
Description: This online module teaches the user many useful things pertaining to research design such as: distinguishing between questions about effectiveness and causation and learning which research designs are most appropriate to answer your questions. The module also allows you to practice your acquired skills and knowledge and, upon completion of the module, receive a certificate of completion.
NOTE: this online module requires registration with NCCMT
Source: Upstate Medical University
Type: eBook
Level: Basic
Description: This comprehensive web-based textbook addresses all of the topics in a typical introductory undergraduate or graduate course in social research methods. In explains the total research process including: formulating research questions; sampling (probability and nonprobability); measurement (surveys, scaling, qualitative, unobtrusive); research design (experimental and quasi-experimental); data analysis; and, writing the research paper. It also covers the important theoretical and philosophical underpinnings of research including: the idea of validity in research; reliability of measures; and ethics. The language the text uses is an informal, conversational style. This enables both the newcomer and the more experienced student of research to easily engage with the material presented in the text. It is a fully hyperlinked text that can be integrated easily into an existing course structure or used as a sourcebook for the experienced researcher who simply wants to browse.
Source: Tufts Clinical and Translational Science Institute
Type: Online Course
Level: Intermediate
Description: This is an online course of 15 two hour lectures on Comparative Effectiveness Research. “Nationally renowned CER experts describe the current state of CER, define CER tools, and explain state-of-the-art CER methodologies”. CE credit is available.
Source: National Science Foundation
Type: PDF Document
Level: Intermediate
Description: This document discusses the relationship between the NSF and it’s grant-recipients, proposal preparation and submission guidelines, and award and administration guidelines.
Source: U. S Department of Health and Human Services, National Institute of Health and Human Services
Type: Website
Level: Advanced
Description: This website provides guidelines regarding electronic submission of the SF424 form, SBIR/STTR applications and individual fellowship applications.
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