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380.765.81
Preventing Infant Mortality and Promoting the Health of Women, Infants and Children

Location:
Internet
Term:
4th term
Department:
Population, Family and Reproductive Health
Credits:
3 credits
Academic Year:
2019 - 2020
Instruction Method:
TBD
Auditors Allowed:
No
Undergrads Allowed:
Yes
Grading Restriction:
Letter Grade or Pass/Fail
Course Instructor:
  • Meredith Matone
Contact:
Meredith Matone
Resources:
Prerequisite:

Introduction to Online Learning is required prior to participating in any of the School's Internet-based courses. An introductory course in epidemiology is suggested. Knowledge of statistics and familiarity with research methods is also recommended.

Description:

Focuses on the historical problems and interventions associated with infant mortality. Describes the scientific basis for maternal and infant mortality. Analyzes causes and consequences in a population and development of a programmatic and policy approach.

Learning Objectives:

Upon successfully completing this course, students will be able to:

  1. Describe the scientific basis for infant mortality
  2. Discuss the epidemiology of infant health outcomes
  3. Analyze the causes and consequences of high infant mortality in a population
  4. Develop and critically appraise programmatic approaches and policies to reduce infant mortality rates in a population
Methods of Assessment:

Evaluation based on Discussion Forum postings, a midterm writing assignment, and a final writing assignment.

Instructor Consent:

No consent required