Systematic Reviews, Scoping Reviews, and other Knowledge Syntheses

Self-paced course on search strategies, information sources, project management, and reporting (National University of Singapore)

"Learn how to interpret and report systematic review and meta-analysis results, and define strategies for searching and critically appraising scientific literature" (MDAndersonX)

Online modules that walk you through the process of working on a Cochrane intervention review. Module 1 is free (login to access) but otherwise payment is required to complete the online training

Free coursera MOOC offered by Johns Hopkins University; covers the whole process of conducting a systematic review; week 3 focuses on searching and assessing bias

"This step-by-step course takes time to explain the theory behind each part of the review process, and provides guidance, tips and advice for those wanting to undertake a full systematic review or map." Developed using an environmental framework (Collaboration for Environmental Evidence, Stockholm Environment Institute)

Two-part, online workshop sponsored by the Center on Knowledge Translation for Disability and Rehabilitation Research (KTDRR)

Online overview of the steps involved in systematic reviews of quantitative studies, with options to practice. Courtesy of the Campbell Collaboration and the Open Learning Initiative (Carnegie Mellon University). Free pilot

Developed by the Harvey Cushing/John Hay Whitney Medical Library (Yale University)

"This e-learning is an introduction to systematic reviews of animal studies. You will practice some of the steps of a systematic review and learn about the advantages as well as the limitations of this methodology. " Free to enroll as of October 26, 2023.

Offered online and in person internationally