This course is designed to develop literature evaluation skills at an intermediate level for Doctor of Pharmacy students. The course covers a variety of forms of clinical evidence the student will be presented with as a clinician. Students will develop foundational knowledge and skills in research methods, statistics and critical appraisal that will be applied in pharmacotherapy courses. Experience is gained through practice exercises/assignments, discussion boards, and applied critical appraisal. Assessment is based on participation, assignments and examination.