Advanced Evidence-Based Decision Making

Catalog description

This course is designed to expand students' competence in evidence-based decision making. Students will learn techniques of critical appraisal and apply those skills to an area of professional and/or personal interest, such as leadership, health, or education. In addition, students will have an opportunity to practice development and analysis of arguments through peer critique and debate. Upon completing the course, students will possess a greater capability to (1) critically appraise evidence surrounding a topic, (2) develop an effective argument in support of a position, and (3) develop logically sound rebuttals to counter positions while avoiding avoid fallacious argumentation.