Support for journal clubs now available on Turas Learn

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New, practical resources are now available on Turas Learn to help health and social care staff start or run journal clubs with confidence.

Journal clubs are a great way to bring colleagues together to explore research that’s directly relevant to everyday practice. They provide a relaxed, supportive space to share ideas, build confidence in reading research and discuss how evidence can be used in real-life settings. 

Journal clubs also offer a valuable way to support continuous professional learning and development. Whether you’re setting up a club or taking part, they provide regular learning activity to reflect on and record. 

What’s included? 

The Journal club resources cover the full journey from getting started to keeping people engaged. They include practical tips on running a journal club, choosing relevant reading, structuring discussions, developing critical and reflective skills, and turning evidence into action in practice. All content has been developed by experienced Librarians and researchers. 

By talking together about evidence that matters, journal clubs can help you stay up to date, strengthen research skills and demonstrate ongoing learning. 

Start your journal club

Access Turas Learn for guidance and practical tips on how to set up a journal club.  If you have questions about relevant publications or how to structure your sessions, you can contact the knowledge team. 

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