340.726.81
Implementation Research Methods to Address Real World Epidemiological Questions
Location
Internet
Term
4th Term
Department
Epidemiology
Credit(s)
3
Academic Year
2025 - 2026
Instruction Method
Asynchronous Online with Some Synchronous Online
Auditors Allowed
Yes, with instructor consent
Available to Undergraduate
No
Grading Restriction
Letter Grade or Pass/Fail
Course Instructor(s)
Contact Name
Frequency Schedule
Every Year
Resources
Prerequisite
AND 550.601.81 (Implementation Research and Practice)
Enrollment Restriction
This course is not restricted.
Considers the use of observational data, including real-world program data, natural experiments and designs for interventions which cannot be ethically or practically randomized and experimental designs, focused on implementation and real-world effectiveness. Analyzes preference-based research methods, which can be observational or experimental, highlighting the importance of human-centered approaches.
Learning Objectives
Upon successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
- Articulate research questions related to implementation science
- Identify study designs matched to the research question at hand, as well as the strengths and limitations of the specific designs
- Demonstrate the basic mechanics behind the different study designs, in order to apply methods in future research
Upon successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
Methods of Assessment
This course is evaluated as follows:
- 15% Participation
- 5% Discussion Board
- 20% Assignments
- 25% Midterm
- 35% Final Project
Doctoral students who have not completed 550.601.81 may request a wavier; decisions will be based on prior course work and ability to complete preparatory materials prior to course commencement