PT 625 | Introduction to Critical Inquiry

This course introduces students to the concept of using research to inform clinical decision-making skills. Development of measurement and disciplined inquiry skills including emphasis on problem definition, research design, methodology, data analysis and statistical interpretation are stressed. Students learn to incorporate evidence into their PT practice and how to critically appraise multiple types of studies. The information is conveyed through didactic lectures, discussions, cases, and integrated journal club seminars. There is a large active learning component in this course. The overall goal of the course is to hone the student's ability to critically analyze the PT literature.