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. 2016 Feb;62(2):e89–e95.

Table 1.

Research topics included in the 6for6 curriculum

SESSION RESEARCH TOPICS
Session 1
  • Defining the concept of research in the medical field (clinical and medical education) and a research road map (overview of how research typically rolls out, what participants can expect, key concepts and processes)

  • Overview of library support services (including how to use reference managers)

Session 2
  • Conceptualizing research and formulating your research question

  • How to perform a literature search and review

  • Building a research team (this topic is threaded throughout the program after this is formally introduced, both through e-learning and during face-to-face open group discussions)

Session 3
  • Quantitative research methods

  • Qualitative research methods

Session 4
  • Research ethics

Session 5
  • Mixed-methods research

  • Applying for research funding

  • Dissemination

  • Writing

  • Project timelines and management

Session 6
  • 6for6 project presentations

  • Lessons learned

  • Next steps

  • Current 6for6 participants meet incoming 6for6 participants