In order to improve the research skills of Indian medical postgraduate (PG) students and teachers in medical institutions, the National Medical Commission (NMC, erstwhile Medical Council of India) has mandated a uniform research methodology course. This online course, “Basic Course in Biomedical Research”, is offered by ICMR-National Institute of Epidemiology (ICMR-NIE), Chennai (www.nie.gov.in).
The course will explain the fundamental concepts of research methodology in health. Course materials include video lectures reading/resource materials, example accompaniments, workbooks, lecture handouts and frequently asked questions (based on participant queries from previous cycle). Certification will be done based on lecture wise assignments and a final proctored exam.
Enrollment will open throughout the year and there is no deadline for enrollment/submission of assignments. In the self-paced mode the previous cycle assignment scores will not be considered to register for the proctored exam.
Mandatory course for
- Medical postgraduates [academic year 2019-20 onwards] &
- Teachers in medical institutions affiliated to NMC
TECHNICAL SUPPORT: Indian Council of Medical Research, New Delhi and ICMR-National Institute of Epidemiology, Chennai
COURSE ASSIGNMENTS
Out of 25 lectures, the first 23 lectures will have online assignments consisting of 10 Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs) each. A minimum score of 50% in every assignment is required to register for the final proctored exam.
FINAL PROCTORED EXAM
When a participant successfully secures the minimum score of 50% in every assignment for 23 lectures, the exam registration link for the next available date will be provided. To register for examination, the participant will have to fill-up an online form and pay the examination fees of Rs.1000 online. The city-wise list of examination centres will be made available at the time of registration. Securing a minimum score of 50% in the proctored exam is necessary to receive the pass certificate.
CERTIFICATION
Participants who successfully secure a score of 50% or above in the final proctored exam will be awarded an e-verifiable course completion certificate
More details : https://onlinecourses.nptel.ac.in/noc22_md01/preview
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