(via Megan Kocher, University of Minnesota)
A new online course, “Evidence Synthesis for Librarians and Information Specialists”, is now available to librarians, information specialists, and learners everywhere. The course was created by the Evidence Synthesis Institute (ESI), a partnership between the University of Minnesota Libraries, Cornell University Libraries, and Carnegie Mellon University Libraries. Since its inception in 2020, ESI has trained over 450 librarians through its synchronous, biannual four-day workshop. Because ESI regularly receives more applicants than it can accommodate in a synchronous format, the Institute is now offering a self-paced option.
The course is free to access on the Open Learning Initiative website. It takes approximately seven to 14 hours to complete. The course contains 15 modules guiding students through the evidence synthesis process–from an introduction to review types, through writing a methods section for publication, with an emphasis on developing and using systematic search strategies.
By the end of the course, learners can expect to be able to accomplish the following tasks.
- utilize the basics of evidence synthesis when performing research or collaborating with researchers
- express the value of evidence synthesis principles in performing research
- Strengthen their skills as library professionals when collaborating with a variety of stakeholders, such as learners and researchers
For more information, and to register, please go here.