Course Information
Course Information
PUBH 6660: Public Health Practice, Planning, and Evaluation
Fall 2023, Mini-Term 2, 10/25-12/20Credit Hours: 3
Meeting Times and Location(s): OCLN 109, Mondays, 2:00 4:45 PM
Faculty Contact Information
Carolyn Hinton, PhD
Office Hours: Office hours will be held over zoom or by appointment only.
Email: Chinton@newhaven.edu
Department Chair: Dr. Jessica HolzerEmail: jholzer@newhaven.edu
COURSE SYLLABUS
This syllabus is informational in nature and is not an express or implied contract. It is subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances, as a result of any circumstance outside the Universitys control, or as other needs arise. If, in the Universitys sole discretion, public health conditions or any other matter affecting the health, safety, upkeep or wellbeing of our campus community or operations requires the University to make any syllabus or course changes or move to remote teaching, alternative assignments may be provided so that the learning objectives for the course, as determined by the University, can still be met. The University does not guarantee that this syllabus will not change, nor does it guarantee specific in-person, on-campus classes, activities, opportunities, or services or any other particular format, timing, or location of education, classes, activities, or services.
Course Description
This course prepares students for the practice of public health. The course covers the core functions of public health, the methods of public health program design, and its evaluation. Students gain practical experience through a series of exercises involving the design of a conceptual framework, development of indicators, analysis of service data, and development of an evaluation plan to measure impact.
Course Description/Course Format
**On-Ground:Fully on-ground course with every student meeting in-person.
Required Text(s)/Materials/Supplies
Planning, Implementing and Evaluating Health Promotion programs 8thedition by McKenzie, Neiger, Thacheray ISBN:9781284228649.
Link https://www.jblearning.com/catalog/productdetails/9781284228649?ss360SearchTerm=health%20program%20planning*Note: You can choose to buy or rent the book, have a new or used copy, or have a hard-copy or e-copy.
Recommended Text(s)/ Materials/Supplies (Optional, but GREAT resources to save!)
Theory at a Glance https://cancercontrol.cancer.gov/sites/default/files/2020-06/theory.pdf
Community Toolbox link:https://ctb.ku.edu/enhttps://www.healthycommunities.org/resources/community-health-assessment-toolkitHealthy People: https://health.gov/healthypeople
Course Objectives
Describe the elements of a community health needs assessment
Describe the elements of program planning in public healthDemonstrate methods to evaluate public health programs, including appropriate data collection tools and study designs
Apply community needs assessment and program evaluation strategiesIdentify communication strategies for different audiences and sectors
Student Learning Outcomes
Identify components of a community needs assessmentDescribe the five-step EPIC model of program planningDescribe major concepts and methods of program design and evaluationIdentity the role of stakeholders
Describe how to engage stakeholdersAnalyze ethical issues in program evaluation
Develop a program evaluation proposalDevelop a presentation to describe the evaluationCouncil on Education in Public Health Competencies:
Assess population needs, assets and capacities that affect communities' health
Select methods to evaluate public health programsDescribe the importance of cultural competence in communicating public health content
Program Competencies:
Competency Assessment Tool
Assess the population needs, assets, and capacities that affect communities health
Needs Assessment: The needs assessment is conducted on a select population facing adverse health conditions to assess the communitys strengths, challenges, and the desired outcomes that are necessary for community well-being. Students systematically use evidence-based sources to describe the determinants of the problem at each of the levels of the social ecological model.
Select methods to evaluate public health programsProgram Evaluation Plan: This written assignment will include the following components: brief literature review important to the topic; program description and logic model; evaluation question(s); list of key stakeholders and their intended use of the results; and proposed data collection methods. Students must choose the appropriate evaluation method.
Describe the importance of cultural competence in communicating public health contentProgram Evaluation Plan: This written assignment will include the following components: brief literature review important to the topic; program description and logic model; evaluation question(s); list of key stakeholders and their intended use of the results; and proposed data collection methods. Students must choose the appropriate evaluation method. Students meet this competency by using course content on cultural competence to guide their approach to the problem as most appropriate.
Life happens! Please come and speak to me before or after class if you find yourself in a situation that will not allow you to meet a deadline. I want you to succeed! If you are feeling overwhelmed, I may be able to help or connect you with university resources. Your success matters!
Course Requirements & Assessment
Quizzes: There are a total of three quizzes for this course, Quizzes will take place online via Canvas. They are 10 questions and multiple choice. You will have 60 minutes to complete and only one attempt.
Community Needs Assessment: Student will be responsible for researching a community needs assessment on a select population facing adverse health conditions. Students will assess the communitys strengths, challenges, and the desired outcomes that are necessary for community well-being. Students will use evidence-based sources to describe the determinants of the problem at each of the levels of the PRECEED-PROCEDE model. Write 2-3 pages, double spaced, APA style, or you can create a PowerPoint presentation addressing all the components of this assignment.
Program Evaluation Report: Students will be responsible for preparing a 5-7 page, APA formatted, evaluation report (title page and reference page do not count toward page requirement). This written assignment will include the following components: (1) brief literature review important to the topic; (2) program description and goals and objectives; (3) logic model, (4) evaluation question(s); (5) list of key stakeholders and their intended use of the results; (6) and proposed data collection methods. Students must choose the appropriate evaluation method. Please ensure course concepts are applied throughout the report. A grading rubric can be found on Canvas. Late reports will NOT be accepted. The report will be reviewed by Turn-It-In to detect plagiarism.
Program Evaluation Presentation: Students will prepare a 5-minute presentation for their classmates (acceptable range is 4-6 minutes) that describes the evaluation process of their selected health program. The evaluation plan should be prepared in PowerPoint, using slide notes to add important supplementary information. (Refer/Review to chapters 13 and 14 in your text)
APA Resources:
Purdue Online APA Writing Lab:
https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/research_and_citation/apa_style/apa_formatting_and_style_guide/index.htmlPERRLA (not a free resource, but highly recommended!)
https://www.perrla.com/default.aspx
Attendance Policy:
This course is offered as an on-ground course. In-person attendance is mandatory and class participation via active learning and collaborative classroom activities is expected. No Zoom or remote option is available. Students may miss one (1) class during the mini-term. Any additional absence would need to be documented by a medical provider with a letter on letterhead within 48 hours of the absence.
This course will require significant commitment from each student. The University estimates that a student should expect to spend two hours outside of class time for each credit hour. (For example, a three-credit course would average six [6] hours of additional work outside of scheduled class time.)
Inclement Weather Statement
In the event of inclement weather, I will upload a lecture via Canvas. It is expected that you read the assigned readings and complete the assignments that are due. I will communicate with all of you via Canvas email in such an event.
Academic Calendar Fall 2023: https://www.newhaven.edu/academics/calendar/Course Schedule:
DateTopicReadingsAssignments
10/30 - Module 1 Introduction to Class and Program Planning.
Starting the Planning Process.
Planning Models. Chapters: 1, 2, 3
11/6 - Module 2 Needs Assessment
Measurement Tools
Goals and Objectives
Chapters 4, 5, 6
(Read prior to class) Pick existing health programWork on Problem Statement and Literature Review
*Due via Canvas 11/6
11/13 Module 3 Theory
Intervention Chapters 7 & 8
(Read prior to class) Program Description
Goals + Objectives
*Due via Canvas 11/13
Community Needs Assessment (Case Study)
*Due 11/13 via Canvas
Quiz 1 - via Canvas
11/20 Module 4 Marketing
Community Organizing Chapters 9 & 10
(Read prior to class) Logic Model
*Due via Canvas 11/20
11/27 Module 5 Evaluation
Data Analysis Chapters 11&12
(Read prior to class)
Chapter 13
(Read prior to class)
Work on Paper-
Stakeholders
*Due via Canvas 11/27
Quiz 2- via canvas
12/4 Module 6 Student Presentations Student Presentations
Work on paper-
Evaluation Plan
*Due via Canvas 12/4
Work on paper- Data collection methods by *Due via Canvas 12/4
Quiz 3 - via canvas
12/11 Final Exam Activity Class Wrap Up/TBD Final Paper Due 12/11 on Canvas
Grading
Grades earned are based on your performance on assignments, quizzes, evaluation paper, and evaluation presentation.
ItemsPercentage or Points
Participation5%
Quizzes15%
Assignments 15%
Evaluation Project40%
Evaluation Presentation25%
Total*100%
The calculation of final grades is determined by the faculty member. The calculated grade in the total column in Canvas may or may not be reflective of your final grade.
Final Grades are assigned with the following scale:
Grades Scored Between Letter Equivalents
93 to 100 A90 to Less than 93A-87 to Less than 90B+83 to Less than 87B80 to Less than 83B-77 to Less than 80C+73 to Less than 77C70 to Less than 73C-Less than 70F
Plagiarism
Students are responsible for distinguishing clearly between their facts, ideas, and conclusions and those of other sources. To use someone elses words, opinions, or conclusions without giving them credit is called Plagiarism. It will NOT be tolerated. Discipline for acts of academic dishonesty will be reported to the department and will be imposed with accordance with the procedures.
** You are expected to adhere to the highest standards of academic integrity and make original contributions in every assignment category. Plagiarism or unauthorized use of generative AI tools, such as ChatGPT, will not be tolerated and considered a violation of academic integrity policies. You will not receive credit for copied work. This will be discussed in class on the first day so there are no misunderstandings. Please, see an explanation of approved use of generative AI tools for this course below.**
Policy on use of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI tools):
You may use generative AI tools (for example, ChatGPT) for the following tasks:
Brainstorming ideas for projects
Generating outlines and organizing information
Authorized creative work, such as the health education and promotion campaign assignment
The use of generative AI should be properly documented and cited for each assignment. You are responsible for using these tools responsibly; this means making sure you do not violate copyright or spread misinformation. See the Canvas shell for further guidance. Assignments that allow the use of generative AI will be identified by brain image with a green checkmark, as seen to your left.
Circumstances where you may NOT use generative AI tools:
Responding to discussion prompts in-person or online
Any writing assignments, such as case study assignments
Quizzes and exam
Work that has been assigned to you as part of a group assignment, unless the assignment allows for the use of generative AI (see above).
Assignments that do NOT allow the use of generative AI will be identified by brain image with a red circle, as seen to your left.
If you have questions about the use of generative AI or issues related to academic integrity, please talk with your instructor.
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