“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.
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.