Learning Modules

Learning Modules

Listen to our experts answer key questions about pragmatic clinical trials. You can select a question and view a series of related learning topics or work through each group of videos sequentially.

These videos are intended for researchers, research team members, clinicians, healthcare system leaders and staff, and others involved with PCTs. They offer foundational information so learners will be prepared to engage meaningfully with a PCT.

For learners preparing to lead a PCT, we recommend undertaking additional education, such as workshops and hands-on learning.

What Is A Pragmatic Clinical Trial?

This collection of videos describes characteristics of pragmatic clinical trials and when a pragmatic clinical trial is a good fit.

What Are Endpoints and Outcomes?

This collection of videos describes endpoints and outcomes in pragmatic clinical trials and how data sources inform the choice of endpoints and outcomes in pragmatic trials.

Understanding Cluster Randomization

This collection of videos answers questions about cluster randomization, the intraclass correlation coefficient, power and detectable difference, and outcomes.

Is a PCT Right for Your Research Question?

This video describes questions to ask to determine if a pragmatic clinical trial is a good fit for your research question.

How Do I Choose the Right Study Design?

This collection of videos describes reasons to randomize clusters, types of CRT designs, reasons for using the stepped-wedge design, and how to choose a study design.

How Do I Define Outcomes With Electronic Health Record Data?

This collection of videos describes challenges of using EHR data, key factors in using EHR data for endpoints and outcomes, computable phenotypes, and benefits of standardizing phenotype definitions.

Writing a Successful Grant Application

This collection of videos describes several topics related to writing a successful grant application including common pitfalls, "must dos," what to avoid, and success strategies.

Designing Pragmatic Trials That Are Fit For Purpose

This video describes how to design trials that are fit for purpose.

Healthcare Data Interoperability and Standardization for Research

This collection of videos explores the complexities of collecting, storing, and transforming healthcare data in the electronic health record to achieve optimal patient and research outcomes.