Social and Behavioral Aspects of Public Health 410.616.11
David Jernigan
June 1-5 and 8-12, 2009
1:30 – 5:00 p.m.
4 credits Lectures, readings, and seminars demonstrate how processes within the psycho-social-cultural and political structures of society affect different spheres of public health, including the type and distribution of illness and disease; the modes of intervention used in the prevention of illness, disease, and injury; and the organization of health services at the national, international, and community levels.
Media Advocacy and Public Health 410.662.11
David Jernigan
June 15-16, 2009
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
2 credits Broadens students’ understanding of health communication to include the strategic use of the news media to support community organizing to change public health policy. Introduces students to research literature about news media forms and practices; framing techniques to influence news content and gain access to news channels; and to the relationship between media advocacy and other forms of health communication. Explains how the strategies and tools of media advocacy may be applied to specific public health policy campaigns by using case examples in a number of health policy areas.
Introduction to Qualitative Interviewing and Focus Group Research 410.671.11
Elizabeth Edsall Kromm
June 17-19, 2009
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
3 credits
Introduces students to qualitative research methods applied to the investigation of public health issues. Explores the theoretical underpinnings of qualitative research, factors that influence the utility of a qualitative approach, and ethical considerations in qualitative research. Focuses on the qualitative interview and provides an overview of the practical skills and tools required for conducting qualitative interviews and analyzing qualitative data. A New View: Improving Public Health through Innovative Social and Behavioral Tools and Approaches
410.614.11
Paul Gaist
June 15-18, 2009
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
4 credits
Emphasizes real world integrative thinking, tools, and solutions in the pursuit of improving public health in the U.S. and internationally. Presents a global, multifaceted examination of health and illness, exploring the many factors that influence - or even determine - whether we remain healthy or become ill. Using biopsychosocial and environmental/ecological perspectives, explores the most prevalent diseases and health challenges confronting us today. Presents emerging views of health and illness being used in research, program and policy arenas. Examines factors such as socioeconomic status, ethnicity, stress, stigma, social support, coping, and politico-cultural influences through an array of contemporary issues, including: obesity, HIV/AIDS, women's health, bioterrorism, environmental public health, mental health and others. Presents innovative social and behavioral perspectives, tools and approaches. | 
