1. Research Methodology CCCCourse contents 1. Overview of selected methods used in conducting public health research including Rehabilitation. 2. Insight into evidence based Public health approach, importance of literature in research. Use of theories in public health research.

2. Research Methodology 3. Introduction to the theory and practice of biostatistics. 4. Phases of the research process, from generating research questions and hypotheses, to study design, measurement, data collection, and planning data analyses. During research the students will get an idea on formulating Qualitative and Quantitative approach in making a research plan.

3.  Research Steps:  Starts with a question  Finding out what is already known  Identifying what isn’t known  The application of a research methodology  Analysis of the results  Application of the research findings

4. Research Methodology  Research Steps:  Asking focused questions  Searching for evidence  Identifying what is unknown  Selecting a research methodology  Conducting research  Analysing the data  Implementing the research findings

5. Research Methodology  Research Steps:  Identify a clinical problem  Identify a research question  Conduct a search  Appraise the existing evidence  Identify unanswered questions  Consider appropriate research methods