Appraising Research Papers for Beginners – Quantitative Research

Not all published research is reliable! If you want to be confident reading and utilising published research you need to understand its content and be able to objectively assess its quality.
Run as two separate training sessions (either quantitative or qualitative), the appraising research papers for beginners sessions will equip learners with the theory and knowledge of how to appraise quantitative (randomised controlled trial) or a qualitative research paper.
Learners are required to read a prescribed research paper before attending the session. A copy of the relevant Critical Appraisal Skills Programme (CASP) checklist will be supplied via email. No prior knowledge of critical appraisal or statistical concepts is required.
The session covers the following:
 Overview of the critical appraisal process
 Key features of qualitative/quantitative research
 Interpreting statistics (for quantitative research)
 Using the CASP checklists to appraise research papers

Booking Information & Individual Training Sessions
Please email the library your preferred session and date or to request an individual training session at an alternative time. You will receive an email confirmation along with a Microsoft Teams meeting invitation. Individual training can also be provided face-to-face if preferred.
You will need to be registered with an NHS OpenAthens account (for database training) prior to attending, and have access to a PC/laptop with a microphone.
For more information or to book please contact the library trainer:
Louise Levitt Email: Louise.Levitt@nhs.net Tel: 0208 321 5968