Systematic Reviews are used as an educational tool in the development of health sciences students. The projects are assigned for students to explore literature, find relevant articles on a research topic and critically evaluate information. True systematic reviews are collaborative research endeavors that take up to 18 months to complete. In the scope of a semester long class, this methodology could be challenging for both students and teaching assistants. This seminar is designed to facilitate a conversation about curriculum development examining the merits and pitfalls of systematic reviews for students, and discuss feasible projects that would meet faculty expectations at CUIMC.

*Food will be provided*

Date:

Tuesday, September 24^th, 2019

Time:

5:30 – 7:00pm

Location:

Conference Room 103A

The Knowledge Center

Hammer Health Sciences Building

701 W. 168^thStreet, New York, NY 10032

Learning Objectives:

Participants will be able to:

• Explain the academic purpose(s) of conducting systematic reviews
• Differentiate between learning and publication objectives for those assigned systematic reviews
• Set realistic expectations specifically in terms of research production and publication
• Investigate alternative types of assignments

Target Audience:

Teaching Faculty

Takeaways:

• Research Assignment Brainstorming Document (to be worked on during seminar)
• Decision Tree with possible assignments based on educational vs. research objectives
• Informationist Communication Form