Table 1 Importance question responses from the pre- and post-course surveys (0 – not important to 10 – very important)

Ability to describe evidence-informed practice (EIP)

8.5(8.3 to 8.6)

8.7(8.5 to 8.8)

0.2(−0.03 to 0.4)

41%

3%

Ability to distinguish the strengths and weaknesses of different types of “evidence”

8.9(8.7 to 9.0)

9.1(9.0 to 9.2)

0.2(0.01 to 0.3)*

24%

1%

Ability to describe fundamental principles of research

8.4(8.2 to 8.5)

8.8(8.6 to 8.9)

0.4(0.1 to 0.5)*

36%

1%

Ability to efficiently find and retrieve research evidence that is relevant to your courses, assignments and clinical work

9.1(9.0 to 9.2)

9.2(9.1 to 9.4)

0.2(−0.01 to 0.3)

38%

1%

Ability to critically evaluate whether or not a research study is well-done

9.1(9.0 to 9.2)

9.2(9.1 to 9.4)

0.2(−0.003 to 0.3)

41%

2%

Ability to critically appraise the trustworthiness of other forms of evidence

8.9(8.8 to 9.0)

9.2(9.1 to 9.3)

0.3(0.08 to 0.4)*

43%

2%

Ability to integrate research evidence into coursework and assignments

8.6(8.5 to 8.7)

8.7(8.6 to 8.9)

0.1(−0.1 to 0.3)

44%

0%

Effectively apply relevant research evidence in clinical practice, in conjunction with patient preferences and clinical expertise

8.9(8.8 to 9.0)

9.0(8.9 to 9.2)

0.1(−0.03 to 0.2)

50%

1%

Effectively use research evidence to communicate with others

9.0(8.9 to 9.1)

9.0(8.9 to 9.1)

0.0(−0.2 to 0.1)

42%

1%

Identify ways to effectively participate in research in one’s field

8.2(8.0 to 8.4)

8.2(8.0 to 8.4)

0.0(−0.2 to 0.2)

58%

1%

Ability to customize a clinical encounter by taking into account individual patient preferences and presentation

9.0(8.9 to 9.1)

9.2(9.1 to 9.3)

0.2(0.04 to 0.4)*

36%

2%

Ability to recognize the strengths and limitations of experience (individual and professional)

9.1(9.0 to 9.2)

9.2(9.1 to 9.3)

0.1(−0.1 to 0.2)

35%

1%