COURSE SYLLABUS
Evidence Based Practice and Knowledge Translation in Prosthetics and Orthotics, 7.5 credits
Evidence Based Practice and Knowledge Translation in Prosthetics and Orthotics, 7,5 högskolepoäng
Course Syllabus for students Spring 2023
| Course Code: | HEON11 |
| Confirmed by: | Utbildningsrådet Dec 22, 2020 |
| Revised by: | Director of Education Nov 9, 2021 |
| Valid From: | Jan 24, 2022 |
| Version: | 2 |
| Reg number: | Avdelningen för rehabilitering |
| Education Cycle: | First-cycle level |
| Disciplinary domain: | Medicine
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| Subject group: | MT2
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| Specialised in: | G2F
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| Main field of study: | Prosthetics and Orthotics |
Intended Learning Outcomes (ILO)
Upon completion of the course students should have the ability to:
Knowledge and understanding
- describe and critically analyze theories and methods in evidence-based practice, EBP
- define knowledge translation and discuss its relationship to evidence-based practice.
Skills and abilities
- independently acquire evidence-based knowledge within an area of research relevant to prosthetics and orthotics
- identify barriers and facilitators to using EBP in clinical practice
- formulate a research plan which addresses a clearly defined research aim.
Judgement and approach
- demonstrate an appreciation for research ethics
- identify their one´s need for continued knowledge and to develop their skills.
Contents
- identifying clinical questions
- introduction to standardized tools for critically evaluating evidence
- literature reviews, what they are and what they are not
- knowledge translation
- theories/models for the implementation of evidence-based practice in healthcare
- current research in prosthetics and orthotics and related fields
- how to write a project plan
Type of instruction
The course is implemented with classroom lectures, online lectures, and group tutorials.
The teaching is conducted in English.
Prerequisites
General entry requirements and completed courses with 60 credits within the subject of Prosthetics and Orthotics.
Examination and grades
The course is graded A, B, C, D, E, FX or F.
Examination will be based upon an individual written examination and group work.
A university lecturer will serve as examiner for this course.
Registration of examination:
| Name of the Test | Value | Grading |
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| Individual written examination | 5.5 credits | A/B/C/D/E/FX/F |
| Group work | 2 credits | U/G |
Course literature
Hoffman, T., Bennett, S., & Del Mar, C. (2017). Evidence-Based Practice Across the Health Professions. Churchill Livingstone Elsevier.
Gruba, P., & Zobel, J. (2017). How to write your first thesis. Springer International Publishing.
The most recent editions of the course literature should be used.
Additional relevant journal articles will be used.
