BIOSTATISTICS AND RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

An introduction to research concepts and study designs, statistical analysis and critical analysis of the scientific literature in the broad area of rehabilitation science. Emphasis will also be placed on evidence-based practice so scientific evidence impacts clinical practice. The course is designed to provide health sciences students with the understanding basic statistical and ability to use statistical methods and reasoning in their chosen discipline. This course combines data collection, design of data gathering instruments, data analysis, and report writing into a practical method of understanding the role of statistics in the field of health education. The students will design their own questionnaire, administer the instrument, enter the data, and analyze the data with a final report due as the end result.