Internal and External Validity in Drug Utilization Research (Spanish-language session)
Understanding internal and external validity in drug utilization research: selecting and applying appropriate tools
Synopsis
This course addresses the growing need for expertise in navigating the complexities of drug utilization studies. Participants will learn the foundations of drug utilization concepts, explore methodologies, and learn research validity.
Learning objectives
- Rise the concept of drug utilization research and its importance to decision-making.
- Recognize the different types of design in DUR.
- Understand the difference between the internal and external validity of the study.
- Articulate the application of different tools to assess internal and external validity of studies.
Course outline
- Overview of Drug Utilization Concepts
- Quantitative Research Methods
- Define internal and external validity
- Explanation of threats to internal validity
- Introduce commonly used validity assessment tools in drug utilization research
- Tool's purpose Demonstration on how to use specific validity assessment tools
- Overview of threats to external validity
- Generalizability of study findings
- Techniques to improve external validity in drug utilization research
Course Format:
The course will consist of hands-on workshops, and interactive discussions led by experts in the field. Participants will have the opportunity to apply validity assessment tools in drug utilization studies and practical exercises.