Overview of Study Types and Designs

What you'll learn
General introduction to some important terms, definitions, and concepts related to clinical studies and study types and designs.
General definitions and terms related to experimental studies.
Experimental studies bias sources.
Experimental studies uncontrolled and controlled trials.
Observational studies definitions.
Observational Studies Descriptive Studies.
Observational Studies Analytical Studies.
Requirements
Anyone interested in learning about different types and designs of clinical studies.
Description
"This course contains the use of artificial intelligence."This training designed to introduce professionals to different types and designs of clinical studies. The training consists of 2 modules:Module 1) Introduction and experimental studies,Module 2) Observational studies.Module 1: Introduction and experimental studiesThis module is part of a training designed to introduce professionals to different types and designs of clinical studies . The learning objectives of this first module are: 1) know the aspects involved in the design of a clinical study, 2) identify the different sources of bias, 3) list and define the different experimental study types and designs, 4) explain the purpose and limitations of each experimental study type and design.Module 1 Introduction: This chapter provides a general introduction to some important terms, definitions, and concepts related to clinical studies and study types and designs.Module 1 Experimental studies definitions: This chapter explains some general definitions and terms related to experimental studies. A general definition for experimental studies is provided, as well as the subdivision per study phase and type. In addition, the different kinds of experimental trials, each with their own goals, are explained.Module 1 Experimental studies bias sources: In this chapter, different sources of bias are discussed that can be introduced into experimental trials and may have a substantial impact on the reliability of the results of the study. In addition, tools to assess risk of bias are provided.Module 1 Experimental studies uncontrolled and controlled trials: In this chapter, two types of experimental studies are discussed: uncontrolled and controlled trials. The characteristics of each type are discussed in detail, as well as advantages and disadvantages. This chapter also provides a detailed overview of different randomized, controlled trial designs.Module 2: Observational studiesThis module is part of a training designed to introduce professionals to different types and designs of clinical studies . The learning objectives of this second and last module are: 1) list and define the different observational study types and designs, 2) explain the purpose and limitations of each observational study type and design.Module 2 Observational studies definitions: This chapter explains some general definitions and terms related to observational studies. A general definition for observational studies is provided, as well as their advantages and disadvantages compared to experimental studies.Module 2 Observational Studies Descriptive Studies: In this chapter, a first type of observational studies is discussed: descriptive studies. The characteristics of this study type are discussed, as well as advantages and disadvantages. This chapter also provides a definition of commonly used descriptive terms.Module 2 Observational Studies Analytical Studies: In this chapter, a second type of observational studies is discussed: analytical studies. The characteristics of this study type are discussed in detail, as well as advantages and disadvantages.
Who this course is for
This training designed to introduce professionals to different types and designs of clinical studies.
Anyone interested in learning about different types and designs of clinical studies.
Professionals involved in writing documents for clinical trials, including medical writers, may find this training very helpful.
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