Reporting the review


This teaching session covers the topic of reporting a systematic review.

This session was last updated in 2022. While much of the core training is still relevant, trainers should check materials against the latest Cochrane Handbook and current editorial requirements.

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Core training materials

Session guide

Guide for trainers on how to deliver the session 'Reporting the review'. 
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Presentation

Reporting the review
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The presentation covers:

  • Review structure
  • 'Summary of findings' tables
  • Writing up the results
  • Discussing the evidence and drawing conclusions
  • Abstract and Plain language summary

 

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Activities

Trainers' versions Learners' versions
Word Presenting 'Effects of interventions' Word Presenting 'Effects of 
interventions'
  Preview PDF Presenting 'Effects of interventions' - Forest plot

How to avoid common problems in 'Summary of findings' tables
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Tips for writing up the review results
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Interpreting statistical significance
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Cochrane Review Abstract sections with explanations
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Additional resources

 

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Multimedia

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Cochrane Interactive Learning*


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Other online learning modules
Synthesis Without Meta-analysis (SwiM) reporting guideline

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Cochrane Handbook for Systematic Reviews of Interventions