In Our Learner’s Words
Taiwo O.
Visiting Scholar
I like the option to use an interactive audio-visual format, the comprehensiveness of the course and its modules, and the simple explanations of the legal requirements. Completing CITI Program’s course on social and behavioral research was an important and enriching component of my research endeavors and scholarship in the United States.
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Win K.
Lecturer and Consultant Physician
The audio-visual presentation is most suited for me because it allowed me to focus more on the module content, and the questions posed during the presentation refreshed and reflected what I had learned before the module ended.
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Delores K.
Clinical Research Nurse
I appreciate being able to learn via a recorded live presentation supported by slides containing key information. I like how the information can be saved and referenced at a later time.
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Stephanie E.
Doctoral Research, Graduate Student
I like that the course is self-paced; you can pause and pick up where you left off.
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Kristin F.
Postdoctoral Associate
I thought that the videos dramatizing various possible scenarios added a great deal to the written material. I also appreciated the inclusion of references to relevant philosophical and historical scholarship on research and methodological ethics.
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Julien D.
Clinical researcher
As a researcher with very little prior training in the regulatory aspects of research conduct, the information in this module was very helpful.
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Armando T.
Adjunct Faculty
The methodology, presentation of the topics, and language used were very pleasant. You do not get bored or annoyed, because the development is very dynamic and understandable.
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Christina G.
Study Nurse
I liked that this course is offered in multiple learning styles (reading and video) and that you can stop and return to the content when needed.
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Alyssa I.
PhD Student
The variability in content (lectures, videos, case studies) helped me understand the material better.
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Jon F.
Former Bioethics Teacher & Current Ethics Committee Member
I liked the high level and detail of the course material. I found it to be challenging, but when I finished the course, I felt a real sense of accomplishment.
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William H.
Human Resources Intern
I like how the quiz results elaborate greatly on the nuances and anything noteworthy that contributes to understanding the logic behind the answer, not just knowing the answer.
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Julie S.
Assistant Professor & Postdoctoral Research Fellow
These courses were easy to access and succinct, which made a review of the Belmont Report key tenets, as well as the review of differences between practice and research, a focused and time efficient endeavor.
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Myrene M.
Associate Faculty
The course materials are brief and clear. Such brevity and clarity are perfect for those who are busy with other duties at work and provide for a more friendly and less overwhelming task. I love the quizzes because I can learn from my mistakes. After submitting the quiz, the correct and wrong answers are explained. This reinforces learning.
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Molly O’R.
Graduate Student
The course had clear and concise explanations, was visually appealing, and the audio was helpful for comprehension. The speed and clarity of audio was great.
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Tony P.
English Language Arts Teacher
I liked how user-friendly the course modules were.
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Johanna S.
Manager, Research Operations
The knowledge checks while reviewing information assisted with retention and provided clarifications with examples of real-world application.
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Alberto C.
Postdoctoral Researcher
I really enjoyed the collaborative environment and the opportunity to learn from experienced colleagues. The sessions were well-organized, and I appreciated the practical examples that helped me understand complex concepts more easily.
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Juliana S.
Medical Student
The reading material was simple, concise, but also very informative in regards to the most important points.
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Evelyn R.
PhD Candidate
I liked the option to have it on the standard reading mode or the video presentation.
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Timothy F.
PhD Candidate
The course was very informative and detailed. I also appreciated the case studies to assist in understanding how these concepts are applicable.
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James B.
Medical Doctor, Health Coach
I liked how the material was posted with big words, spaced, and simple English. The adverse drug event and monitoring sections were very informative.
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Joan R.
Assistant Professor II
All of the course information is relevant to my profession, particularly in conducting research with human subjects. The guidelines, standards, protocols, and information contained in the modules are thoroughly covered and comprehensively discussed.
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Frank P.
Professor
The course touches on important research considerations in a manageable format. The material required that I pay attention but did not tax my concentration.
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Latrice J.
DSW Graduate Student
I enjoyed the comprehensive coverage of topics related to informed consent in the 21st century, including the use of technology in the consent process and federal guidance on multimedia tools and electronic consent forms.
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