Overview
This course will teach students about knowledge synthesis in general, as well as how to conduct knowledge synthesis projects. Students will begin to conduct knowledge synthesis in the topic of their choice, with guidance from the course directors. Please note that the students will not be completing a full knowledge synthesis project during the duration of the course, due to course timelines.
Outline
At the end of this course, students will be able to:
- Differentiate between different types of knowledge synthesis, such as systematic reviews and qualitative evidence reviews
- Distinguish between different types of evidence that can be summarized in knowledge synthesis
- Develop a knowledge synthesis question
- Establish the eligibility criteria for knowledge synthesis
- Create a knowledge synthesis protocol
Who should take this course?
- Graduate students, post-doctoral fellows, early career researchers, new evidence synthesis practitioners, other knowledge users
Admission
- All participants must bring a current or proposed knowledge synthesis project to work on in the course. University of Toronto students who are taking the course for credit must be in a PhD program.
Course length
- Approx 3 months
Course dates
- January 6 – April 4, 2025
Location
- Virtual
How to apply
Contact
- KTeducation@UnityHealth.to
Area of focus
- Knowledge Synthesis
Costs and Fees
- $1,899 CAD
Testimonials
Introduction to Knowledge Synthesis for Knowledge Users Student
The course was really well organized. The modules were a great resource and will continue to be amazing help throughout my academic career.
Introduction to Knowledge Synthesis for Knowledge Users StudentThe format was very user-friendly, and ideal when faced with a busy work schedule. It was flexible and allowed for the modules to be completed at one’s own pace. The marking guides for the assignments were excellent tools and greatly appreciated.
Introduction to Knowledge Synthesis for Knowledge Users Student