Critical Thinking

The skills to use information and data, as well as information technology, to make informed judgments and choices about obtained information and communication using reflective reasoning and sufficient evidence to support the claims (van Laar et al., 2017).

Insights

Knowledge Base Articles

JAMAevidence features

JAMAevidence hosts a collection of guides and tools that enables users to study, practice, and teach evidence-based practice.

Preliminary topic investigation

Learn the purpose, importance, and strategies of conducting a Preliminary Topic Investigation, also know as an exploratory search of the literature.

Programs

Information for Evidence-Based Practice

This Library workshop is designed for anyone that works in a clinical setting. Participants will learn strategies to determine appropriate levels of evidence to inform clinical questions, select resources to search for information, and critically appraise the evidence they find.

Introduction and Overview of Scoping Reviews

This introductory, discussion-based class will help you get started on your scoping review. Prior to attending, you will watch a JBI Scoping Review Network video to learn more about the methodology.

Introduction to Conducting Systematic Reviews

This introductory, discussion-based class will help you get started on your systematic review or meta-analysis. Prior to attending, you will complete the first Cochrane Interactive Learning module to learn more about the methodology.

Library Research Skills

Starting a new research project? Wondering where to start your search for information? Join us for our Library Research Skills (formerly “Research Survival Skills") workshop!

Preliminary Topic Investigation for Systematic Reviews

This Library workshop is designed for anyone working on the initial steps of a systematic review. Participants will learn how to conduct a thorough preliminary topic investigation and make informed decisions for their review process.

The Write Stuff: Write Now

Reach the finish line of your thesis, capstone, or dissertation with The Write Stuff: Write Now! During the session, participants learn how to organize, prioritize, and plan ahead to efficiently write a research project.

Tutorials