Research Proposal Workshop for Dental Students

Description

This course offers dental students a comprehensive understanding of the essential components and methodologies involved in crafting effective research proposals within the field of dentistry. The course equips students with the necessary skills to develop well-structured and scientifically sound proposals that address pertinent research questions in oral health.

Research proposals are essential documents that provide a roadmap for conducting research, ensuring methodological rigour, ethical compliance, and effective resource allocation. They play a crucial role in shaping the direction of research endeavours and contributing to the advancement of knowledge in various fields, including dentistry.

Throughout the course, students will delve into various aspects of research proposal writing, including formulating research questions, conducting literature reviews, designing appropriate methodologies, and outlining clear objectives and hypotheses. Emphasis will be placed on the importance of ethical considerations, feasibility assessments, and budget planning in the research proposal process.

Students will also learn how to effectively communicate their research ideas through written proposals, preparing them for future academic and professional endeavours. Practical exercises and case studies will allow students to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world research scenarios, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

By the end of the course, students will have gained the confidence and competence to develop high-quality research proposals that contribute to advancing knowledge and improving oral healthcare practices. This foundational skill set will serve them well in their academic pursuits and future careers in dentistry.

What You Will Learn!

• Be able to develop and write a research proposal
• Be able to identify areas that need research and make a problem statement
• Be able to justify the need of the proposed research by a research purpose statement
• Be able to clearly state the research question for which the research proposal is designed
• Be able to conduct a detailed literature review
• Be able to identify the right research design including study design.
• Be able to define the population and the sample
• Be able to determine the sampling technique and sample size
• Be able to design data collection and analytic methods
• Be able to describe ethics and patient protection protocol.
• Be able to develop budget and timelines.

Who Should Attend!

• Dental students with little or no knowledge or skill to develop a research proposal should attend the course.
• Dental students who are required to conduct research as part of their requirements should attend this course
• Dental researcher and academics who need to refresh their knowledge on developing a research proposal.

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