The "Elevate" by MAPS Podcast SciTech & AI Series: Evidence Unlocked: Separating Gold from Gravel
Welcome to Episode 1 of the SciTech Critical Evaluation of Literature and AI Series: “Evidence Unlocked: Separating Gold from Gravel"
Not all evidence is created equal, so how do you separate gold from gravel? Join experts from the MAPS Scientific & Technical Knowledge Domain for a fast-paced session designed to simplify critical appraisal for busy professionals. In just a few minutes, you’ll learn how to navigate the hierarchy of evidence and apply practical frameworks. We’ll also share a step-by-step approach for rapid evaluation, helping you assess robustness, and clinical relevance without getting lost in complexity. If you want to make smarter, faster evidence-based decisions, this podcast is for you!
Learning Objectives:
- Understand the hierarchy of evidence
- Explain the differences between randomized controlled trials (RCTs), observational studies, real-world data, and preprints, and why they matter for evidence quality.
- Recognize key frameworks for critical appraisal
- Introduce GRADE, PRISMA, and CONSORT as practical tools for evaluating robustness, reproducibility, and clinical relevance.
- Apply a rapid evaluation approach
- Provide a simple, step-by-step method for quickly assessing scientific literature without compromising rigor.
Hear more from the Scientific & Technical Knowledge Domain through their position paper: "Safeguarding Scientific Rigor in the Critical Evaluation of Literature"