Introduction to meta-analysis

This teaching session covers the introduction to meta-analysis.

This teaching session covers the introduction to meta-analysis.

Core training materials

Session guide

Guide for trainers on how to deliver the session 'Introduction to meta-analysis'. 
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Introduction to meta-analysis 
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The presentation covers:

  • principles of meta-analysis
  • steps in a meta-analysis
  • presenting your results

 

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Activities

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Knowledge assessment (17 multiple choice questions):

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Additional resources

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Cochrane Interactive Learning

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Cochrane Handbook for Systematic Reviews of Interventions