e-Source for Behavioral and Social Science Research
Putting the
'science' into the social sciences and taking aim at emerging challenges in public health, the
Office of Behavioral and Social Sciences Research (OBSSR), of the
National Institutes of Health, has launched
e-Source for Behavioral and Social Sciences Research. "The OBSSR mission is to stimulate behavioral and social science research and integrate these areas of research throughout NIH."
What does it offer? A
digital anthology of key methods for developing and implementing high quality BSS research through interactive learning.
"Inside you will find 20 interactive chapters with authoritative answers to methodological questions on behavioral and social science research. With contributions from a team of international experts, this anthology provides the latest information on addressing emerging challenges in public health."
Labels: behavioral science, behavioral science research, digital anthology, ebook, interactive tutorials, NIH, OBSSR, public health, public health research, research methods, social science research, social sciences
"Every day there are news reports of new health advice, but how can you know if they're right?"
Ben Goldacre: Battling bad science | Video on TED.comBen Goldacre writes
"Bad Science" ~
"unpicking dodgy scientific claims and showing us how medical evidence can be distorted". Enjoy his latest video critique from
TED.com [14 minutes].
Labels: health news, medical news, medical research, news reporting, research bias, research methods, scientific studies
HealthKnowledge is a new online learning resource of value to anyone studying, teaching or working in the
community / public health and social care fields. The resource allows you to access a broad range of learning materials for teaching or personal use, with the aim of expanding public health knowledge.
The resource includes a section on
Finding and Appraising the Evidence which takes you through the process of
how to find the evidence and then
how to assess the validity and reliability of the published research in order to provide effective and efficient healthcare.
Another useful section teaches you
Research Methods , focusing on what is appropriate to the practice of public health; including epidemiology, statistical methods, qualitative research methods, etc.
The
Teaching module cover a variety of different subjects, including undergraduate training and a range of ‘soft skills’ required for an holistic education, such as leadership and management, and working collaboratively.
by the Public Health Action Support Team (PHAST): UK 2010. Labels: biostatistics, community health, epidemiology, learning resource, online tutorials, public health, research methods, statistical methods
HSR Methods is a new Web site for health services researchers from AcademyHealth.
The site provides key links, resources and current information on health services research methods and seeks to promote dialogue among health services researchers.
Labels: AcademyHealth, health research, health services, research methods, resources for researchers
