"Studies Show..." (Or Do They?): Under the Hood of a Scientific Study


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ClassGraphic What really changes when we read beyond the abstract? In this interactive course, we will open real research papers (many in health and nutrition) and explore what scientists actually look for. We will explore how small design choices can dramatically shape a study’s meaning, and why headlines rarely tell the full story. No technical background is required – just curiosity. By the end of the course, we will never read “studies show…” the same way again.

Link to class introduction video: https://vimeo.com/1168881206?fl=ml&fe=ec

Class Details

6 Session(s)
Weekly - Thu

Location
NA - Online

Instructor
Johnie Hendrickson 

 

Notice

Please read:  This course is a part of the Osher Online program and will take place virtually. To participate, you will need a computer or device with an internet connection and an email address. After registering, you will receive an email from Osher Online containing a link to their website and your login credentials for your Osher Online account, which will be used to access these classes. Additionally, a virtual pre-class orientation will take place on September 30 at 1 PM Central Time, where you will receive helpful information on how to access your class.

Registration closes on September 20 at 12 PM. Late registrations may be accommodated based on availability.

Fee:  $65.00


Registration Closes On
Sunday, September 20, 2026 @ 12:00 PM

Schedule Information

Date(s) Class Days Times Location Instructor(s)
10/1/2026 - 11/5/2026 Weekly - Thu 02:00 PM - 03:30 PM N/A - Online Johnie Hendrickson