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The RREAL training programme delivers 5 online courses:

Friday 1 March 2024 

10:00-15:00

Introduction to Rapid Research and Evaluation 

This course provides an introduction to a wide range of approaches used in the design and implementation of rapid qualitative research and evaluations. It provides an overview of rapid approaches, including rapid ethnographies, rapid assessment procedures, rapid evaluation methods (REM), rapid feedback evaluations (RFE), rapid cycle evaluations (RCE) and rapid appraisals (RA). It also discusses the contributions and limitations of rapid research, identifying instances when these approaches are suitable. Additional resources will also be provided at the end of the course. Delivered by Prof Cecilia Vindrola.

Tuesday 5 March 2024 

10:00-13:00 

Scoping studies in rapid research and evaluation

Rapid qualitative studies often require an initial period of data collection or review of existing evidence to inform the study design and its scope. This initial period is commonly referred to as a “scoping study”. In this short course, we will briefly describe the benefits and key features of scoping studies carried out in the context of rapid research. We will discuss different types of scoping activities such as: rapid literature reviews or evidence syntheses, informal conversations with stakeholders, observations, documentary analysis and scoping workshops. We will use real world examples to demonstrate how these scoping activities can be used to inform the research questions, scope and dissemination plan of the study. We will also show examples of how we have used scoping studies to co-design rapid qualitative research with stakeholders. This course is suggested for participants with previous rapid qualitative research experience or those who have already attended our introductory courses. Delivered by Prof Vindrola and Dr Iqbal.

Friday 8 March 2024 

10:00-15:00

Rapid Qualitative Data Analysis

This course focuses on the analysis stage of rapid research. It covers strategies to prepare for efficient analysis, analysis method options, a step-by-step guide of Collaborative Matrix Analysis (CMA), and considerations around validity, triangulation, member checking and reliability. This course is suggested for participants with previous rapid qualitative research experience or those who have already attended our introductory courses. Delivered by Dr Norha Vera San Juan.

Friday 15 March

10:00-11:00

RREAL Sheets

An introduction to RREAL Sheets used in rapid qualitative research methods to collect and synthesise data as these are being collected. In this one-hour course, participants will work with real research cases to develop their own RREAL sheet. They will learn the different stages of design, use and frequent adaptations. Additional resources will also be provided at the end of the course. Delivered by Prof Cecilia Vindrola.

Friday 22 March

10:00-13:00  

Rapid Reviews and Policy Reviews

Overview of Rapid Evidence Review methods, RREAL's approach to increasing impact and efficiency when conducting Rapid Evidence Reviews, potential software that can be used, and an introduction to Systematic Collaborative Policy Reviews.

These are methods ideal to inform evidence-based decision-making.  This course is suggested for attendees with some knowledge about systematic reviews. Delivered by Dr Norha Vera San Juan.

For additional information on the courses, including course objectives and content outline, please visit the RREAL website: https://www.rapidresearchandevaluation.com/classes