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Journal Club

Introduction

Reflection and action must never be undertaken independently 

Paulo Freire.

Journal clubs are a great way to carve out time to reflect with colleagues, engage with the literature  (evidence) and apply new theories or approaches to your practice - the basic tenets of evidence-based practice/medicine.

Steps of evidence based practice - ask, acquire, appraise, apply, assess

The five steps of evidence-based practice

This guide provides guidance on how to get the most out of your journal club and how the library can support you to do this well.

Austin staff should also complete the ATLAS module titled: Running a Successful Journal Club. This module covers how to set up and maintain a journal club: roles and responsibilities of members, logistical considerations and adopting an educational lens.

Benefits to running a regular journal club
  • Incorporating EBP/EBM into your practice
  • Developing your literature searching skills
  • Developing your critical appraisal/critical thinking skills
  • Staying up-to-date and current with the evidence
  • Opportunities to reflect on practice
  • Encourages a learning culture and collegiality